EASTERN CAPE - Fifteen people have been killed in a head-on collision in the Eastern Cape.
Five others sustained injuries.
The incident occurred on the R63 road between Adelaide and Maqoma, formerly Fort Beaufort, at midnight.
A fully loaded minibus taxi and a bakkie struck each other.
The driver of the Double Cab died on the scene.
Thirteen passengers in the Quantum, including the driver, were declared dead on the scene.
Six injured minibus taxi occupants were rushed to the nearest Provincial Hospital for treatment.
One of those injured later succumbed to their injuries.
An inquest docket has been opened by police for further investigation.
15 people have been killed in a head-on collision in the Eastern Cape. Five others sustained injuries. The incident occurred on the R63 road between Adelaide and Maqoma, formerly Fort Beaufort, at midnight. More details on #eNCA #DStv403 #QuestionThinkEngage pic.twitter.com/GwyBKulg3I
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