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Girl, 14, shot dead as South Africa's 'taxi wars' hit school

Girl, 14, shot dead as South Africa's 'taxi wars' hit school

Summary

In Cape Town, South Africa, a 14-year-old girl was shot and killed during violence linked to ongoing conflicts within the taxi industry. The incident occurred at a school, also injuring another student and leaving two adults dead.

Key Facts

  • A 14-year-old girl died in a shooting at a school in Cape Town.
  • The attack involved gunfire aimed at a minibus taxi.
  • The gunfire came as the taxi driver waited to pick up students.
  • Two students, aged 14 and 16, were injured in the attack.
  • The violence is part of ongoing conflicts between rival taxi groups.
  • South Africa's taxi industry has faced violence for decades.
  • Police have not yet identified how many gunmen were involved.
  • Regional officials condemned the attack and called for justice.

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