Two truck drivers have tragically been killed when their vehicles collided head-on just a few kilometres from Palapye on the A1 road heading towards Francistown.
The accident, which involved two horse and trailer trucks, a tautliner truck, and a fuel tanker, caused significant traffic delays as emergency services worked tirelessly to clear the scene and assist those affected.
The crash occurred in the early hours of Friday morning.
Authorities have confirmed the fatalities of both truck drivers involved in the crash.
At this moment, the identities of the deceased have not been released, pending notification of their families.
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Police and emergency responders are on the scene, attending to the aftermath of the collision.
Traffic on the A1 road was backed up several kilometres for several hours.
The cause of the crash remains unknown as investigations are still in the preliminary stages.
The A1 road, a major route in Botswana, is notorious for its frequent accidents.
SA Trucker hopes that the findings from this investigation will lead to improved safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
We extend our deepest condolences to the families and colleagues of the deceased drivers.
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