South Africa Hostel Shooting: 11 Killed Near Pretoria 🔪

A community is in mourning after a devastating mass shooting in South Africa.In this episode, we discuss the tragic attack that took place inside an illegal bar at a hostel near Pretoria, in the Saulsville township. Three unidentified gunmen opened fire, killing 12 people — including three children aged 3, 12, and 16 — and injuring more than a dozen others. Authorities were alerted with a delay, and the motive behind the attack is still unknown.But this story goes beyond a single night of violence. We also look at the wider crisis facing South Africa, a country struggling with one of the highest murder rates in the world. Illegal firearms, unlicensed venues, and persistent inequality continue to fuel deadly incidents like this — with families and entire communities paying the price.This episode is about remembering the victims, confronting difficult truths, and asking how tragedies like this can keep happening in plain sight.🎧 Listen for context, not just headlines📺 Subscribe for in-depth reporting and human stories💬 Share to raise awareness and honor the victims Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-world-between-us--6886561/support.