Two mass shootings in South Africa have left 27 people dead, with the attacks taking place just hours apart. The incidents come as the country continues to struggle with high levels of armed violence linked to gangs.
The supplied information does not provide details about the locations of the shootings, the identities of those killed, or whether any suspects have been arrested. It also does not include statements from officials or information about possible motives.
The deaths highlight the continuing challenge posed by gang-related gun violence in South Africa. No further details about the investigations or possible next steps were available in the supplied material.