By McGeorge Mbare
One of the border posts between South Africa and Eswatini, the Oshoek port of entry has been closed after a 32 ton coal truck crushed into 15 vehicles.
In a statement, the Border Management Authority Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato and the South Africa Revenue Services confirmed the temporary suspension of the Oshoek border with Eswatini following a serious accident involving 32 ton coal truck.
“As a precautionary measure all operations of the Oshoek Port of Entry have been temporarily suspended to allow investigation by SAPS and collection of evidence and photographs from the scene. Pending the safety assessment by Disaster Management teams. The operation at the port will continue to be suspended until the necessary clearance has been issued to ensure the safety of all stakeholders,” said Commissioner Masiapato
Meanwhile, travellers and transporters of cargo are also advised to use the following ports of entry with Eswatini, Nerston port of entry, Mahamba port of entry, Jeppes Reef port of entry as well as Lebombo Port of Entry with Mozambique.
The BMA in collaboration with SARS have also wished speed recovery to the affected individuals and stating that they will ensure the resumption of services at the earliest possible time.