Alleged Zim Poacher To Be Extradited To Botswana

Dumisani Moyo, was found in possession of a rhino horn
Dumisani Moyo, was found in possession of a rhino horn

FRANCISTOWN: Zimbabwean national Dumisani Moyo, who has been described as a poaching kingpin by the Zimbabwean media, has lost his bid to halt his extradition to Botswana where he is due to stand trial for a criminal charge.

Late last week, Moyo pleaded with the Harare Magistrates’ Court to protect him and stop his extradition by the International Police (Interpol). Interpol Harare had approached court requesting for an extradition certificate in order to send Moyo to Botswana.

Although details of the outcome of the extradition case are still sketchy, The Monitor has learnt that the magistrate ruled in favour of Interpol and granted the extradition certificate. The Botswana Police Service (BPS) spokesperson, Near Bagali also confirmed that Moyo will be extradited to Botswana.

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