Serial killer suspicions in South Africa

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What happened

In tonight's edition, the body of a 9th woman is found in Johannesburg as South African police start investigating a potential femicidal serial killer.

Key facts

  • In tonight's edition, the body of a 9th woman is found in Johannesburg as South African police start investigating a potential femicidal serial killer.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:25:05 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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