South Africa Pledges Millions to Fight Wildlife Crime

The Department of Environmental Affairs says it welcomes the approval of R25 million funding aimed at strengthening the current wildlife forensic capabilities in South Africa to combat wildlife crimes.

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Photo: World Wildlife Fund

Wildlife veterinarian Dr Jacques Flamand helps a rhino.

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