Kruger National Park – A guest has been fatally wounded at a concession-operated braai picnic area in the vicinity of Phabeni Gate in the Kruger National Park.
The tragedy occurred on Wednesday, 17 June 2026.
“Based on the preliminary information available at this stage, a private guide attached to the concession operator allegedly accidentally discharged a firearm, resulting in the fatal injury of a 69-year-old guest from Canada,” said a statement released by South African National Parks (SANParks) early Thursday,18 June 2026.
SANParks spokesperson JP Louw said the guest was part of a group booked outside the park and only came in for a bush braai offered by a private concession with a valid permit to operate the facility within the park.
“SANParks extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult time,” said JP Louw.
The South African Police Service is currently on the scene.
