Captive lion breeding should be banned, Barbara Creecy says
High-level panel finds the practice damages the tourism industry and is not good for conservation
02 May 2021 - 18:24
Captive lion breeding has no place in SA and should be banned, the minister of environment, forestry & fisheries, Barbara Creecy, said on Sunday after releasing a report about the conservation of four of SA’s big five.
The report will provide a platform for a new wildlife policy, enhance conservation and invigorate rural economies, Creecy said. ..
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.