Two Women Killed in Multiple-Vehicle Crash on N1 Near Kranskop, Limpopo

Lerato Mrali Published 2 hours ago

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Two women have died following a serious multiple-vehicle collision on the N1 near Kranskop in Limpopo on Sunday, 1 November 2026.

The accident involved four vehicles and left several other people injured, including one person who sustained critical injuries.

According to preliminary information, the collision occurred on the N1 between the High Accident area and the Modimolle off-ramp in the Waterberg District.

The vehicles involved were a Toyota seven-seater SUV, a Kia sedan, a Kia Picanto and an Audi.

Initial reports indicate that the first collision involved a head-on crash between the Toyota SUV and the Kia sedan.

A second head-on collision reportedly occurred shortly afterwards when other motorists attempted to avoid the initial crash. This collision involved a Kia Picanto and an Audi.

Sadly, two women were confirmed deceased at the scene.

Three other people sustained serious injuries, comprising two men and one woman. One of the injured men was in a critical condition and was awaiting evacuation by helicopter.

A further woman sustained minor injuries.

Following the collision, the N1 northbound carriageway was closed from the Kranskop Toll Plaza, resulting in traffic disruptions along the busy route.

Motorists were diverted via the R33 through Modimolle town before rejoining the R101.

Emergency services, law enforcement officers and other relevant stakeholders remained at the scene to assist the injured, manage the incident and coordinate the response.

Motorists travelling through the area were urged to exercise extreme caution, follow the designated diversion signs and prepare for delays.

The N1 is an important national route connecting Gauteng with Limpopo and other provinces further north. The temporary closure affected traffic travelling through the Waterberg District.

At the time of the initial report, the accident scene remained active and the northbound carriageway was still closed.

The exact circumstances leading to the collision have not yet been confirmed. Further official information regarding the incident and the condition of those injured is awaited.

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A 54-year-old woman was seriously injured after two armed suspects allegedly broke into her home and opened fire while she was sleeping in Hilltop, KwaZulu-Natal, during the early hours of Sunday, 1 November 2026.

The incident was reported at approximately 04:13 after the two men allegedly forced their way into the residential property.

According to information provided by the woman’s husband, the suspects kicked open the front door before entering the house and firing shots inside. The woman was asleep when she was struck by a bullet.

The bullet reportedly entered through her back and exited through the front of her upper body, leaving her seriously injured.

The victim was subsequently transported to hospital privately for medical treatment. The extent of her injuries beyond the initial report has not been confirmed.

Responders who attended the scene discovered a spent 9mm cartridge, a live round and blood stains inside the residence. These items were observed during the initial response, and the scene was secured for further investigation.

The two suspects reportedly fled the property after the shooting. They were described as two African men, but no further identifying details were provided.

As of the initial report, the motive for the attack had not been established. It was also not confirmed whether anything was stolen from the property or whether the suspects specifically targeted the occupants.

No arrests had been reported at the time of the initial information becoming available.

The circumstances surrounding the forced entry and shooting remain under investigation.