South Africa: Well-Known Labour Court Judge Died Before Anti-Venom Could Be Administered After Black Mamba Bite in Zambia

Cape Town Labour Court Judge Anton Steenkamp died before anti-venom could be administered after he was bitten by a black mamba while in a remote area in Zambia.

The African Snakebite Institute says while details of 57-year-old Steenkamp's death are still unclear, it appears that he was several hours away from the nearest major town when the incident occured on Monday.

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