The South African Defence Force is investigating mass shootings and high crime rates across South Africa.
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The South African Defence Force is investigating mass shootings and high crime rates across South Africa.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- ISS research informs critique of national security failures regarding mass shootings in the West Rand area of South Africa.Sub-event
SADF begins investigating high crime rates and mass shootings.1 source
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South African Defence Force
military of South Africa from 1967 to 1994
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South Africa
country in southern Africa
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