Zim Now Writer
A 28-year-old man from Matopo, Matabeleland South Province was arrested for abandoning his injured donkey on the side of the road.
Justin Maphosa appeared in court charged with abandoning an injured animal under Section 3(1) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
He was remanded out of custody on ZWL$20 000 bail and his case was adjourned to May 12.
The abandoned donkey was discovered by Claire Einhorn Julie, director of the Matabeleland Animal Rescue and Equine Sanctuary, following a tip-off.
Claire reported the matter to police, leading to Maphosa’s arrest. The donkey is now receiving treatment at MARES.
The animal organisation has previously conducted campaigns in Matabeleland aimed at educating people on proper animal care and the use of harnesses.
This case could set a precedent for when and how animal organisations can bring cases to help end animal suffering.
Zimbabwe recently joined the rest of the world in celebrating World Donkey Day on May 8 to recognise the donkey’s characteristics and role in human society.
The day is aimed at spreading information about donkeys and how they impact lives.
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