Five people have died in a horrific bus crash that happened on N1 North near Ingwe, Limpompo.

Others who have been reported injured were taken to the nearest hospitals for medical attention

The N1 is closed in both directions as emergency workers try and rescue trapped passengers.

It is alleged the bus driver lost control and overturned.

Motorists driving between Louis Trichardt and Musina are urged to use the Witvlag road.