6 Members of South Africa’s Biggest Party Are Killed in Shootings

New York Times15 October 2026, 19:18 UTCSouth Africa

The two shootings took place only a few weeks before pivotal, nationwide local elections, and as the party, the A.N.C., is embroiled in a dispute over the eligibility of more than 100 candidates.

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