Following deadly crash, EC MEC Nqatha urges motorists to obey traffic rules

Eastern Cape Transport MEC Xolile Nqatha is urging motorists to abide by traffic rules after a deadly head-on collision claimed three lives near Forty Junctions on the R61 road in Ngcobo.

A Toyota minibus taxi carrying 14 occupants collided with a VW Polo that was carrying 5 occupants, and both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions.

Fourteen other people sustained minor to serious injuries and were rushed to the Cofimvaba Provincial Hospital.

The provincial transport department said it's alleged that recklessness and negligence caused the accident.

Department spokesperson Unathi Binqose said: "The MEC for transport and community safety, Xolile Nqatha, has urged motorists to obey traffic laws. MEC Nqatha has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and wishes the injured passengers a speedy recovery."

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