Nine killed in mass shooting at pub

Nine people were killed in a mass shooting at the Kwanoxolo bar in Bekkersdal, South Africa, early on December 21, 2025, when gunmen in a minibus and sedan opened fire on patrons. At least ten others were injured, with victims including a driver parked outside the pub. This incident marks South Africa’s second mass shooting in three weeks, following an attack in Pretoria that claimed 25 lives, including three children. A manhunt for the suspects is currently underway.

Want More Context? 🔎