40 Killed in South African Bus Tragedy: Malawian and Zimbabwean Nationals Among Victims

Oct 13, 2025 03:31 pm CST

A catastrophic bus accident in South Africa's Limpopo province has claimed 40 lives, including nationals from Malawi and Zimbabwe, when the vehicle rolled down an embankment about 90km from the border. Transport Minister Violet Mathye reported 38 survivors hospitalized while rescue operations continue. Officials believe driver fatigue or mechanical failure may have caused the crash on South Africa's notoriously dangerous roads.