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JOHANNESBURG — Nine people were killed and 10 wounded when gunmen opened fire at a tavern in Bekkersdal, a township in South Africa’s gold mining belt about 40 kilometers (25 miles) southwest of Johannesburg, authorities said. It is the second mass shooting at a drinking spot in the country this month. Deputy provincial police commissioner Maj. Gen. Fred Kekana said most of the attackers carried pistols and one had an AK-47 rifle. Three people were shot inside the bar and others were killed as they tried to flee, he told…

South Africa Pub Shooting: Nine Dead and a Manhunt Underway A devastating shooting incident in South Africa has claimed nine lives and left 10 people injured. The tragic event unfolded in Bekkersdal, a township west of Johannesburg, marking the second such occurrence in the country within weeks. The shooting happened shortly before 1 a.m. on Sunday. Suspects fired indiscriminately at pub patrons and in the streets. A manhunt is underway for the 12 suspects involved. Details of the Incident The chaotic scene…

Trump's G20 Snub: A Diplomatic Rift With South Africa In a move that has taken the global diplomatic community by surprise, U.S. President Donald Trump announced his decision not to attend the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing contentious issues in South Africa. His remarks have rekindled a heated debate on international relations and the role of global forums in addressing domestic policy issues. A Controversial Stand Speaking at the American Business Forum in Miami, Trump stated, "South Africa shouldn't even…

FILE - Stacks of Khat, a plant sought for its stimulating effects in areas like East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Due to its status as an illegal substance in numerous nations, authorities are rigorously trying to stop its unlawful importation. JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AX) — At the break of dawn on Monday, police in Johannesburg nabbed a Somali man following the confiscation of 100 kilograms of Khat, valued around $19,750, during a precise drug bust. The individual arrested, a 39-year-old named Mohamed Deeq Abdulahi…

A fire broke out on Friday at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital in South Africa's largest city in Johannesburg, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of patients. No injuries or deaths have been reported and patients are being moved to other public hospitals in the metropolitan area, Johannesburg officials said. Early on Saturday morning, the fire caused the third floor of the hospital's parking garage to collapse. Sixty firefighters have been battling the blaze through the night. The fire started Friday morning and had…