Three Church Members Drown During Baptism Ceremony at Wellas River in Embalenhle, Mpumalanga
A 59-year-old woman and two teenagers (17 and 19) drowned during a church baptism at Wellas River in Embalenhle on 26 April 2026 after the water level rose. SAPS Search and Rescue recovered the bodies. An inquest docket has been opened.










