South Africa

Small court that leads the fight against poaching faces closure

SA’s “poaching court” faces being shut down, despite its perfect conviction rate since 2017.

South Africa's “poaching court” faces being shut down.
South Africa's “poaching court” faces being shut down. (Gallo Images/Thinkstock)

SA’s “poaching court” faces being shut down, despite its perfect conviction rate since 2017.

Logistical challenges and costs mean there are plans to move the Skukuza Regional Court, a vital cog in the war on the rhino slaughter in the Kruger Park, more than 100km away.

 

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