Durban – Several people were injured in a serious road accident this morning, 3 September 2025, when a taxi overturned at the busy North Coast Road and Effingham intersection.
Emergency Response
According to KZNVIP Medics, multiple emergency services rushed to the scene to assist the injured passengers. Paramedics immediately began treatment, stabilising patients on-site before transporting them to nearby hospitals for further medical care.

Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact number of injured, but all were safely transferred under medical supervision.
Cause Under Investigation
The circumstances leading up to the crash remain unclear at this stage. Investigators are expected to piece together the events that caused the taxi to overturn at one of Durban’s high-traffic intersections.
Road Safety Concerns
This incident adds to the growing concerns around road safety in KwaZulu-Natal, where taxi accidents frequently place commuters at risk. Authorities continue to urge drivers to exercise caution, particularly in peak morning traffic.