Fatal N2 crash between eMkhondo and Ermelo

Written on April 15, 2026
Gideon Muteb


Image:  The minibus taxi involved in the head-on collision

Three people lost their lives in a head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a sedan on the N2 between eMkhondo and Ermelo on Monday, 06 April 2026.

According to the media alert, the crash occurred at approximately 11:00. All three fatalities were occupants of the minibus taxi and were declared dead at the scene. Five other passengers travelling in the taxi sustained minor injuries.



Image: The sedan involved in the fatal crash on the N2

The N2 was temporarily closed following the incident to allow emergency services to respond and clear the scene. Authorities have confirmed that the cause of the crash is currently under investigation.

Information and images  supplied by the Office of the Provincial Commissioner in Mpumalanga.