At least 21 people died in a road accident in the Western Cape province, South Africa. The accident occurred around 00:30 on the N1 highway, between the towns of Leeu Gamka and Prins Albert, about 380 kilometres from Cape Town. Local authorities reported on the incident through the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), the South African traffic management authority. The collision involved two taxis, minibuses commonly used by the population as public transport in the country.
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At least 21 dead in road accident in South Africa
dnoticias.pt14 September 2026 at 10:03
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The accident occurred on a frequently used road in South Africa and involved taxis, a public transport essential for millions of people in the region. This type of accident draws attention to road safety and the risks associated with informal transport on South African roads.
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