In brief
Zimbabwean international Divine Lunga was attacked by an unknown assailant while driving in Johannesburg's inner‑city suburb of Hillbrow on a Sunday. The 31‑year‑old, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns and the Zimbabwe national team, managed to escape without injury. Police confirmed an attempted murder case but have not yet detained anyone. The incident highlights the persistent crime problem and high murder rate that afflict South Africa. Sources say Lunga and his younger brother were on their way to church when the gunman mistakenly targeted their vehicle, thinking it was an undercover police car.
Zimbabwean footballer Divine Lunga has survived a gun attack in Johannesburg, according to South African police.
The star, 31, was driving in the inner‑city suburb of Hillbrow on Sunday when an unknown gunman fired at his car. Lunga, who represents both the Zimbabwe national squad and South African club Mamelodi Sundowns, escaped the attack without injury.
Crime remains a major issue in South Africa, and the country has one of the world’s highest murder rates. Police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko said investigators were looking into a case of attempted murder but were not yet ready to arrest anyone.
According to the local paper The Citizen, Lunga was heading to church with his younger brother when the gunfire erupted. The duo were mistaken for undercover officers by the suspect, who opened fire on their vehicle while they drove through Hillbrow.
Lunga’s safe exit from the incident brings a temporary relief to his fans and underscores the pressing need for increased security measures around the city’s popular routes.
