The end is in sight for the captive lion industry, after a high level panel found it poses a risk to sustainable wild lion conservation and negatively impacts tourism.

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Among the panel’s recommendations is that South Africa does not captive-breed lions, keep lions in captivity, or use captive lions or their derivatives commercially. The panel was appointed in October 2019 by Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Barbara Creecy.

Merentia Van Der Vent
Merentia Van Der Vent
Merentia joined the media world in 1996 and in 2001, she took her first steps in the broadcasting world. In her free time, she likes to go on adventures in the city. She also likes to learn new dances, not that she is any good at that.

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