Shaka's Head: families gather to mourn victims
Families of the victims of the crash that claimed 16 lives near Shaka's Head on the north coast have gathered at the Market Sportsfield in Groutville for a memorial service.
The victims were killed when a taxi plunged down an embankment before colliding with a train on Monday.
Hundreds have already taken their seats in the large white marquee that's been set up in the sports field.
Gospel hymns beam from speakers as many more community members make their way through the four entrances lined with banners from the Department of Transport and the KwaDukuza municipality.
Listen to a paramedic's devastating reaction to the incident.
The mourners are expected to be addressed by Transport MEC WIllies Mchunu, KwaDukuza mayor Ricardo Mthembu and a representative from the SA National Taxi Council amongst others.
(Photo: Khatija Nxedlana)