DNC Bus Crash: 42 Passengers Killed in Limpopo Tragedy

The DNC bus company has issued a heartfelt apology and condolences to the families of the 42 passengers who lost their lives in a devastating bus crash near Makhado in Limpopo. Company manager Dennis Jakopo described the incident as a “national disaster” that has left the company reeling.

Jakopo expressed profound sorrow, noting the bus carried children and elderly women. He confirmed the bus departed from Gqeberha on Saturday afternoon, embarking on a long 2,100-kilometre journey destined for Harare, Zimbabwe.

Tragic Details of the Limpopo Crash
The fatal Limpopo crash occurred when the bus veered off the N1 highway along a mountainous section. It then plunged down a steep embankment. The passengers were primarily Zimbabwean and Malawian nationals returning home from South Africa.

Authorities confirmed the Limpopo crash claimed 42 lives. Several other passengers sustained injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care. The bus was carrying two drivers and one host at the time of the accident.

Company Response and Investigation
Jakopo stated that company representatives were en route to the scene to assist with victim identification. The company is also working to contact the next of kin of those affected by this tragic Limpopo crash. Malawian passengers were scheduled to transfer to another DNC bus upon reaching Harare.

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President Cyril Ramaphosa extended his deep condolences to the governments and citizens of Zimbabwe and Malawi. He noted the profound sadness that this Limpopo crash occurred during Transport Month, a period dedicated to road safety awareness.

The President urged all road users and transport operators to prioritize safety. He emphasized that roads are vital economic networks connecting the region, and everyone must share them responsibly. The investigation into the cause of the Limpopo crash continues as the community mourns an immense loss.