At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete December 6, 2025 at 11:51 AM

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At least 11 people, including a three-year-old, were killed and 14 wounded in a mass shooting at a hostel in Saulsville township, near Pretoria, South Africa, early Saturday. Three unknown gunmen entered the hostel, described as an illegal liquor premise, and randomly opened fire on a group of people who were drinking. The shooting occurred around 4:30 AM local time. The motive for the attack is currently unknown, and no arrests have been made. This incident is the latest in a series of mass shootings in South Africa, a country with a high murder rate.

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South Africa

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