Cradock, Eastern Cape – 16 February 2026
A rear-end collision between two heavy trucks on the N10 national road beneath the railway bridge in Cradock resulted in one fatality on the evening of Sunday, 15 February 2026.
The incident took place on the section of the N10 heading towards Middelburg. One truck struck the rear of the vehicle ahead while both were travelling under the railway overpass. The force of the impact caused one of the trucks to catch fire shortly afterwards, with thick smoke filling the area beneath the bridge.
Emergency services responded to the scene, where firefighters worked to contain the blaze amid the wreckage of the two articulated trucks. One person was confirmed dead as a result of the collision.
Traffic authorities reported that the road remained open in the immediate aftermath, though one lane was obstructed by the vehicles and debris. By early Monday morning, 16 February, updates confirmed that the N10 would be fully closed at the site to allow for thorough cleanup operations and the safe recovery of the trucks.
Motorists travelling in the Cradock area, particularly those using the route between Cradock and Middelburg, were advised to make use of alternative roads to avoid congestion and delays during the closure.
The N10 is a key national route through the Eastern Cape, frequently used by heavy freight vehicles. The railway bridge in Cradock serves as a prominent landmark along this corridor.
No further details on the identities of those involved or the precise circumstances leading to the collision have been released at this stage. Investigations by the relevant authorities are ongoing.
This article is based exclusively on verified reports from traffic services, emergency updates, and on-scene observations.
Valentine’s Day Tragedy: Boyfriend Arrested After Woman’s Body Found in Lenyenye
Lenyenye, Limpopo – February 15, 2026 – Police have arrested a man believed to be the boyfriend of a woman whose body was found dumped at Vento Park outside Lenyenye on Saturday, February 14.
The body was discovered on Valentine’s Day when a passerby spotted it and alerted members of the community, who then contacted the authorities. Police and emergency services responded to the scene.
Preliminary investigations have linked the murder to the woman’s boyfriend, who was allegedly living with her at the time. He was taken into custody for questioning.
The circumstances surrounding the woman’s death are still unclear, and police investigations are ongoing. Authorities have indicated that more information will be released as the case develops.
Tragic High-Speed Crash on the N2 Near Shakas Head Leaves One Dead and One Seriously Injured
DURBAN, KwaZulu-Natal – February 14, 2026
Emergency services were called to the scene of a devastating high-speed collision on the N2 highway near Shakas Head in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The incident occurred just after midnight on February 14, 2026, when two vehicles travelling in the same direction collided with significant force. Both vehicles left the roadway following the impact, coming to rest off the carriageway.
Paramedics from IPSS Medical Rescue arrived swiftly at the location and immediately began treating the occupants.
One driver, who was behind the wheel of one of the vehicles, sustained fatal injuries in the crash. Despite all efforts, he was declared deceased at the scene.
The driver of the second vehicle suffered serious injuries. IPSS Medical Rescue paramedics provided advanced life support on site to stabilise the patient before transporting him by ambulance to a nearby hospital for urgent further medical care.
No further details regarding the identities of the drivers or the specific makes and models of the vehicles have been released at this time.
The exact circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation by the relevant authorities.
This latest fatality on the N2 serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of high-speed travel on South Africa’s busy national routes, particularly during the early morning hours when visibility and fatigue can play a role.
IPSS Medical Rescue has expressed its deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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SANDF Intercepts Stolen Toyota Corolla Cross Near Beitbridge Border
Members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) have recovered a stolen vehicle during operations along the South Africa-Zimbabwe border near Beitbridge.
The vehicle, a Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8 Hybrid XS valued at R443,900, was reported stolen at Sinoville Police Station in Gauteng Province.
Acting on information received and in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS) and Tracker Company personnel, SANDF members from the 1 South African Tank Regiment were requested to assist in tracing the vehicle while on vehicle patrol in the border area.
The soldiers closed off possible escape routes and successfully located and intercepted the vehicle at Sediba sa Tau.
The recovered Toyota Corolla Cross was transported to the Soutpansberg Military Area, which serves as a SAPS vehicle pound for further processing and investigation.
Colonel Dikgabane Herold Tladi commended the SANDF members involved for their alertness and effective response in preventing the smuggling of the stolen vehicle across the border.
