How Lions, Leopards And Livestock Are Affected By Racism On Namibia’s Farms

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A victim of hungry lions. And post-apartheid cultural tensions. Niki Rust, Author provided

Predators such as lions and leopards are becoming more populous in Namibia due to the success of recent conservation measures. But these wild animals are causing increasing problems on livestock farms, as some of them prefer to eat beef steak for dinner rather than gamey venison. This, unsurprisingly, annoys ranchers, who can turn to their guns for a short-term solution.