South Africa Reels from Two Mass Shootings, 28 Dead

South Africa experienced a wave of violence over the weekend with two separate mass shootings occurring hours apart, resulting in the deaths of at least 28 people. The first incident, near Johannesburg, saw 17 individuals killed when armed assailants opened fire at a bar. This attack is suspected to be linked to illegal goldmining turf wars.

In a separate incident near Cape Town, 10 people were killed at a barbecue venue. These events underscore the severe challenge South Africa faces with high levels of gang-related armed violence and one of the world's highest murder rates. Authorities are investigating the incidents amidst ongoing concerns about corruption and criminality within the police force.