The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have expressed profound sorrow following a tragic crash on the R34 highway near Vryheid that claimed the lives of 12 party supporters in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the party and the nation, casting a somber shadow over political activities.
According to initial reports, the crash occurred as a group of EFF members was en route to a party engagement when their vehicle collided with another in what officials described as a high-impact accident. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find multiple fatalities and several critically injured passengers.
In a heartfelt statement, the EFF extended condolences to the families of the deceased and pledged support to those recovering in hospital. “This is not just a loss to the EFF, but to the broader democratic movement,” the party said, describing the supporters as dedicated fighters for economic justice.
The cause of the accident is currently under investigation, but early indications point to poor road conditions and possible driver fatigue. The tragedy has reignited calls for improved road safety measures, especially for long-distance travel to political and community events.
Leaders across the political spectrum have joined in expressing condolences, with many calling for a moment of national reflection on the human cost of South Africa’s road safety crisis.
As the EFF prepares to lay its supporters to rest, the party has vowed to honour their memory by continuing the struggle they believed in — and by pushing for safer roads to prevent future heartbreak.
