Qonce, Eastern Cape – Seven people have died following a collision involving three vehicles on the N2 highway near Bulembu Airport outside Qonce.
A Toyota Hilux bakkie carrying six occupants collided with the side of a Mercedes-Benz sedan. The Hilux then crashed into a Nissan Navara bakkie. Five occupants of the Toyota Hilux and both occupants of the Nissan Navara died at the scene. One of the deceased was a minor.
The three occupants of the Mercedes-Benz sedan survived the collision. Two of them sustained injuries and were transported to Grey Hospital for treatment.
Provincial transport spokesperson Unathi Binqose confirmed the details of the vehicles involved and the sequence of the crash based on preliminary information. No further details on the exact time of the incident or contributing factors have been released, as investigations continue.
Eastern Cape MEC for Transport Xolile Nqatha expressed sadness over the loss of life and extended condolences to the families of the deceased. He noted the incident as a reminder for all road users to exercise caution and responsible behaviour. A case of culpable homicide has been opened, and authorities are investigating the circumstances of the collision.
The N2 highway in the Eastern Cape sees frequent traffic, connecting major centres in the province. Bulembu Airport lies along this route. Officials have reiterated calls for motorists to adhere to road safety regulations to prevent similar incidents.
No names of the victims have been publicly released at this stage. Further updates are expected as the investigation by police and transport authorities progresses.
Four Suspects Fatally Wounded in Police Shootout at Amatikwe Area 2, Inanda
Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal – Four suspects were fatally wounded during a shootout with South African Police Service (SAPS) members in Amatikwe Area 2, Inanda, on the night of Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
Police acted on specific intelligence that the suspects were present at a two-roomed shack house in the informal settlement. The individuals were wanted in connection with cases of murder, attempted murder, and robbery with a firearm.
When officers arrived at the location to apprehend them, the suspects engaged police in a gun battle. The exchange of fire resulted in the four suspects sustaining fatal gunshot wounds. No police officers were injured in the incident.
KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed that the operation was intelligence-led and that the suspects opened fire upon the arrival of the police team. “When police arrived at the scene, a shootout ensued between the suspects and police, which resulted in the four wanted suspects sustaining fatal gunshot wounds,” Netshiunda stated.
Following the shootout, officers recovered four pistols and several rounds of ammunition at the scene. The area was secured, and forensic teams processed the site as part of the ongoing investigation.
The incident took place in Amatikwe informal settlement, an area within Inanda north of Durban. Police have not released the identities of the deceased suspects at this stage, pending further processes including post-mortems and family notifications.
This operation forms part of continued SAPS efforts targeting individuals linked to violent crimes in the region. Investigations remain active, and authorities have not indicated any further arrests related to this specific incident at the time of reporting.
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Several People Injured in Taxi and Car Collision on R617 at Mphophomeni Intersection
A collision between a taxi and a car left several people injured on the R617 at the Mphophomeni intersection in KwaZulu-Natal.
The incident occurred on 26 June 2025 at approximately 12:40. Midlands EMS crews were dispatched to the scene following reports of the crash.
Emergency personnel found multiple injured individuals at the location. The patients sustained injuries ranging from critical to minor. All individuals received on-scene assessment and initial medical care from the EMS teams.
After assessment and stabilisation where required, the injured were transported to various hospitals in the region for further treatment. Authorities attended the scene to manage traffic and conduct investigations into the circumstances of the collision.
The R617 is a key route in the Midlands area, and this accident involved a minibus taxi and a light motor vehicle. No fatalities were reported from the incident.
Emergency services worked efficiently to clear the scene and restore normal traffic flow following the removal of the vehicles involved. All available details confirm that prompt medical intervention was provided to those affected.
This factual account is based on reports from Midlands EMS regarding the response to the collision at the specified location.
