JOHANNESBURG - Eastern Cape police have launched a manhunt after 17 people were killed in two shootings in Lusikisiki.
In one house, 13 people were killed including 12 women and a man.
In a separate incident, four people were killed.
The 18th victim is in a critical condition in hospital.
In total, 15 women and two men were killed.
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and Commissioner Fannie Masemola will give an update later on Saturday.