As per reports, a second explosion incident involving a Woolworths store has been reported in Bloemfontein on Friday (29 May) at approximately 0940 hours local time (0740 hours UTC).

• The incident reportedly occurred at Preller Square in the Free State Province.
• This incident constitutes the second explosion targeting a Woolworths store within a twenty-four-hour period in South Africa. The first blast took place at at a Woolworths branch in Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, Pretoria, Gauteng.
• As of the latest available information, officials have not publicly confirmed casualties, the precise nature of the explosive device, the extent of structural damage, or whether evacuations were required at the affected commercial complex.
• The recurrence of a similar incident within a short timeframe at another Woolworths location may increase concern regarding retail sector security, public safety within commercial centres, and potential coordinated criminal activity. Investigations are reportedly ongoing to determine the source, motive, and any individuals or groups potentially linked to the incident.