13 children killed in South Africa as minibus collides with truck near Johannesburg

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Reuters,Associated PressJanuary 19, 2026 at 02:15 PM

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Thirteen schoolchildren died in South Africa on Monday when their minibus collided with a truck near Johannesburg. The private vehicle was transporting students to various schools when the accident occurred around 7 am. Preliminary reports indicate that 11 children died at the scene, while two others died in the hospital. A police official suggested a dangerous overtaking maneuver may have caused the crash, and a culpable homicide case will be opened. Several injured individuals, including the bus driver, were transported to nearby hospitals. President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed sadness and pledged psychosocial support for the families and schools affected.

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