News

A guest has been fatally wounded at a concession-operated braai picnic area in the vicinity of Phabeni Gate in the Kruger National Park on the evening of 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.

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.

The South African Police Service is currently on the scene and is conducting the necessary investigations. The matter is now a subject of a police investigation and further information will be communicated once it becomes available and as appropriate.