Two mass shootings in South Africa have killed at least 27 people, with police investigating links to illegal mining and business rivalries. Gunmen attacked a tavern near Johannesburg and a venue outside Cape Town, leaving dozens injured.
The first attack occurred Saturday night when eight gunmen stormed a bar west of Johannesburg, killing 17 and wounding 15. Suspects allegedly took cellphones from victims before fleeing in two vehicles. A separate attack Sunday killed 10 at a venue near Lwandle, with suspects armed with AK-47s.
Police are examining whether the shootings were linked to illegal mining turf wars or business rivalries, with one suspect reportedly linked to a business dispute over cheaper alcohol. The country faces ongoing violence amid high crime rates and gun violence.
Investigations suggest the attacks may be linked to illegal mining and business disputes, but no suspects have been arrested. Police are searching for the gunmen, with no arrests made in either incident.