SANParks has announced the death of a Canadian tourist in the Kruger National Park on Wednesday, 17 June.

The 69-year-old was fatally wounded at a concession-operated braai picnic area in the vicinity of Phabeni Gate last night.

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 the tourist.

SANParks head of Communications JP Louw says 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.

Louw has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the man.

He says the South African Police Service is conducting the necessary investigations.