South Africa: 27 killed in gang-linked mass shootings over illicit mining turf

At least 27 people were killed in separate mass shootings in South Africa, with residents attributing the violence to gang competition over control of the illicit gold mining trade. The attacks mark a significant escalation in organized-crime violence, though details on locations and perpetrators remain unconfirmed. This underscores the growing security threat posed by illegal mining syndicates in the country.