Masked Gunmen Kill Nine in South African Tavern Massacre
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A manhunt is underway in South Africa after masked attackers opened fire in a tavern, killing nine people and wounding at least ten others.
The shooting happened in Bekkersdal township, west of Johannesburg. Gunmen entered the tavern and began shooting customers.
Emergency services rushed ten injured people to nearby hospitals. Their current conditions are unknown.
Police have not identified the gunmen or provided a motive for the attack. Authorities are now searching for the suspects.
South Africa has one of the world's highest murder rates. Violent crime is a major concern for citizens and the government.