Three people died after they were allegedly struck by lightning during a night church service in Senwabarwana in the early hours of Sunday, 14 December 2025, at about 01:00.
The incident occurred at Radimana village, where a church congregation was holding a night service inside a tent erected in an open field.
It is reported that heavy rain and thunderstorms began while the congregation was singing inside the tent.
A lightning strike reportedly hit inside the tent, injuring several congregants.
Eight victims, aged between 12 and 56 and all residents of Sefihlampyana village, sustained injuries and were immediately transported to a local health care centre.
Three victims, comprising one male and two females, were certified dead upon arrival at the health care centre.
The remaining five victims were rushed to a local hospital for further medical treatment.
The deceased were identified by their next of kin as Ribson Mothemane (46), Mosibudi Mokgobu (44), and Glenda Modjadji Ntjana (36).
A case of inquest has been opened to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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