Seventeen killed in mass shooting at South Africa tavern, police launch manhunt for suspects

A mass shooting at a tavern in the Wedela township of South Africa's Gauteng province resulted in 17 deaths and 15 injuries late Saturday night. The incident occurred when eight suspects, reportedly armed with rifles and pistols, opened fire on patrons both inside and outside the establishment.

Emergency medical services confirmed all 17 fatalities at the scene. The South African Police Service has initiated a manhunt for the suspects, though the motive for the attack remains unknown.