Two Zimbabweans have been shot dead while one was wounded yesterday in the notorious surbub of Diepsloot, South Africa.

Police said three people were shot by unknown suspects while seated outside their shack around 6pm evening.

Witnesses said three suspects fled the scene on foot.

Police are investigating the identity of the victims and shooters.

Diepsloot has been recording serious cases of violence of late amid concerns that some are linked to Operation Dudula.