Mystery Okavango rhino poaching sparks fears

Rhinos PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES
Rhinos PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES

MAUN: The mysterious killing of a rhino recently in the Okavango Delta has forced wildlife officials here to move quickly and calm fears that poaching syndicates have returned to the World Heritage Site.

A rhino was shot dead in the Delta, but not dehorned in an incident that has raised concerns that syndicates may now be targeting the ecologically safe haven.

Acting director of operations in the Department of Wildlife and National Parks, Moemi Batshabang said rhino poaching in the Okavango Delta was under control.

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