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Several killed in South Africa shooting

At least 28 people have been killed in mass shootings in South Africa, with the latest incidents occurring in Wedela, Lwandle, and Durban. The shootings, which took place over the weekend, have prompted a manhunt for the suspects. The motives behind the attacks are still unclear. The police have reported multiple scenes and are investigating.

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  • ✓ At least 17 people were killed in a shooting at a tavern in Wedela, southwest of Johannesburg.
  • ✓ 10 people were killed in a shooting at an entertainment venue in Lwandle, near Cape Town.
  • ✓ 11 people, including a pregnant woman, were killed in a shooting at a house party in Durban.
  • ✓ The death toll from the mass shootings has risen to 28.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 15 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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The death toll from the mass shootings has risen to 28 after another victim died in hospital, according to abcnews.com.

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  1. South Africa mass shootings kill 28, police hunt suspects

    At least 28 people have been killed in mass shootings in South Africa, with the latest incidents occurring in Wedela, Lwandle, and Durban. The shootings, which took place over the weekend, have prompted a manhunt for the suspects. The motives behind the attacks are still unclear. The police have reported multiple scenes and are investigating.

    Why it matters

    The mass shootings have raised concerns about gun violence and crime in South Africa. The country has a high rate of gun ownership and has struggled with violent crime in recent years. The incidents have also sparked calls for increased security measures and stricter gun control laws.

    What is confirmed

    • At least 17 people were killed in a shooting at a tavern in Wedela, southwest of Johannesburg.
    • 10 people were killed in a shooting at an entertainment venue in Lwandle, near Cape Town.
    • 11 people, including a pregnant woman, were killed in a shooting at a house party in Durban.
    • The death toll from the mass shootings has risen to 28.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The suspects in the Wedela shooting torched two vehicles before fleeing the scene.

    What to watch next

    • Further updates on the police investigation and manhunt for the suspects
    • Reactions from the South African government and public
    • Details on the motives behind the attacks
    Sources used for this update (15)
    1. Al Jazeera — Several killed in South Africa shooting
    2. CNN — South Africa police launch manhunt after 17 killed in tavern shooting
    3. dw.com — South Africa: Pair of mass shootings leave dozens dead
    4. IOL — 10 shot dead at Cape Town shisanyama
    5. Smile 90.4FM — Ten people shot and killed in Lwandle
    6. www.cnn.com — South Africa: A mass shooting at a house leaves 11 dead and 3 wounded, police say
    7. www.aljazeera.com — At least 17 killed in South Africa shooting, police hunt for eight suspects | News
    8. www.geo.tv — Twin mass shooting incidents leave 27 dead in South Africa - Geo News
    9. www.bbc.com — South Africa mass shooting: Gunmen kill 11 at house in Durban
    10. www.koreatimes.co.kr — A mass shooting at a house party in South Africa kills 11, including a pregnant woman
    11. www.ctvnews.ca — Mass shooting in South Africa: Multiple people killed
    12. www.aol.com — A knock at the door, then gunshots: Mass shooting at a house party in South Africa kills 11 - AOL
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