A severe hailstorm has struck Mpumalanga, claiming four lives and leaving hundreds of residents homeless. The storm also caused extensive damage to infrastructure, including several schools, which has disrupted learning in the affected communities.
The provincial Department of Education has introduced rotational classes to manage the impact, with Nkomazi, Bushbuckridge, and Mbombela among the hardest-hit areas. Officials have urged residents to remain cautious and take necessary safety measures as the recovery process begins.