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People against Gangsterism and Drugs, PAGADnoun
a terrorist organization in South Africa formed in 1996 to fight drug lords; evolved into a vigilante group with anti-western views closely allied with Qibla; is believed to have ties to Islamic extremists in the Middle East; is suspected of conducting bouts of urban terrorism
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People Against Gangsterism and Drugs (PAGAD) is a group formed in 1996 in the Cape Flats area of Cape Town, South Africa. The organisation came to prominence for acts of vigilante violence against gangsters, including arson and murder.
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PAGAD is an acronym for "People Against Gangsterism and Drugs", an organization based in Cape Town, South Africa. It was formed in 1996 to fight against the high levels of gang violence and drug abuse in the area. Although initially it had the support of many local communities and authorities, PAGAD became controversial for its use of violence, including bombings and murder, in its campaign against gangs and drugs.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of pagad in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of pagad in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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