Summary
Gunmen killed at least 27 people in two mass shootings in South Africa, one in Johannesburg and another in Cape Town. Police have not made any arrests, and the reasons behind the attacks are still unclear.Key Facts
- The shooting in Johannesburg happened on Saturday evening at a bar in Wedela, where 17 people were killed and 15 injured.
- Eight gunmen armed with assault rifles and pistols attacked customers both outside and inside the bar.
- The suspects set two vehicles on fire before escaping.
- Police suspect the Johannesburg attack relates to a conflict over illegal gold mining in the area.
- In Cape Town, gunmen killed 10 people and wounded 11 at a barbecue venue early Sunday.
- Officials suggested the Cape Town shooting might be linked to business rivalry.
- South Africa has a high rate of gun violence, with about 60 murders each day nationwide.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa said security forces will increase efforts to reduce crime and violence.
