THE South African Police Service (SAPS) have yet to make an arrest in two mass shooting incidents that rocked the country within hours.

Lwandle, Strand: Ten people were shot and killed inside an entertainment venue during the early hours of Sunday morning, 27 September 2026.

Western Cape Police Commissioner, Lt General Sizakhele Dyantyi, has established a multi-disciplinary team led by serious violent crime detectives to find and bring to justice those responsible for the shooting.

Official police reports indicate that gunmen entered the entertainment place that also sells shisanyama (braai meat) at approximately 01:46 and shot at patrons. 

“Five people died on the scene and five in hospital, while 11 are receiving medical treatment after being wounded. Lwandle police have opened murder and attempted murder cases,” said SAPS.

Wedela, West Rand: Hours earlier, at about 21:30 on Saturday, 26 September 2026, 17 people were killed and 15 wounded during a shooting at a tavern in Extension 3, Wedela, West Rand District.

According to SAPS, patrons were drinking inside and outside the tavern when eight suspects, reportedly armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols, arrived and opened fire on those outside. 

“The suspects then entered the tavern and continued shooting at patrons inside. They allegedly searched some patrons and took their cellphones before fleeing the scene in two unidentified motor vehicles. Two vehicles were also set alight during the incident.

Gauteng police have launched a manhunt for the suspects.

Anyone with information that may assist both investigations is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit information anonymously via the MySAPS-App.