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A road crash involving multiple vehicles in South Africa kills at least 21 people, officials say

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What happened

Authorities believe the crash started with the two minibus taxis colliding head-on, after which an SUV crashed into them, the Western Cape Mobility department said…

Key facts

  • Reported by The Hindu and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:21 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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