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Johannesburg High Court orders Daybreak Foods to address animal welfare issues

The Johannesburg High Court ordered Daybreak Foods to rectify severe animal welfare violations, following NSPCA investigations that exposed shocking neglect.

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Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

NSPCA lawyer says lack of transparency led to collapse of Daybreak

The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg became the focal point for an urgent and distressing animal welfare matter on Tuesday, as judgment in the case between the National Council of SPCA (NSPCA) and Daybreak Farms was reserved.

Cape Times News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Judgment reserved in NSPCA versus Daybreak Farms animal cruelty case

The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg became the focal point for an urgent and distressing animal welfare matter on Tuesday, as judgment in the case between the National Council of SPCA (NSPCA) and Daybreak Farms was reserved.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Urgent reforms needed in South Africa's captive lion industry following cruelty conviction

Following the conviction of Professor Thabo Masihlelo for animal cruelty, Four Paws South Africa urges the government to expedite the phase-out of the captive lion industry, highlighting the urgent need for reform in animal welfare laws.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Updated

Watch VideoNSPCA accuses local bookmaker of promoting illegal cockfighting

The NSPCA reveals shocking evidence of the Eastern Cape Gambling Board allegedly allowing a licensed bookmaker to profit from illegal cockfighting.

News Environment
Se-Anne Rall|Published

NSPCA files criminal charges in Pretoria baboon Raygun's case

The National Council of SPCA said it has overcome intimidation and obstruction to file criminal charges against those responsible for the brutal killing of Raygun.

The Star News
Wendy Dondolo|Published

NSPCA exposes illegal wildlife trade after euthanising severely neglected tiger in Klerksdorp

After a tragic incident involving a severely neglected tiger at a breeding facility, the NSPCA has taken decisive action against illegal wildlife trade and animal cruelty in South Africa.

Cape Argus News
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Severely neglected tiger euthanised by NSPCA inspectors after horrific discovery at Klerksdorp facility

NSPCA inspectors have euthanised a severely injured tiger at a Klerksdorp breeding facility after discovering that it was neglected for days without proper medical care.

News South Africa
Wendy Dondolo|Published

NSPCA files criminal charges in high-profile case of Pretoria baboon Raygun

The National Council of SPCA said it has overcome intimidation and obstruction to file criminal charges against those responsible for the brutal killing of Raygun.

News South Africa
Wendy Dondolo|Published

Owl Rescue Centre celebrates successful relocation of young male baboon, spotted in Pretoria

The Owl Rescue Centre successfully captured and relocated a young male baboon named Jasiri, bringing joy to animal lovers. However, this celebration is overshadowed by the tragic killing of another baboon, Raygun, prompting investigations by the National Council of SPCAs

News South Africa Gauteng
Se-Anne Rall|Published

NSPCA investigates the brutal killing of beloved baboon Raygun

An investigation is underway by the NSPCA into the brutal murder of Raygun, Pretoria's beloved rogue baboon, whose tragic death has left the community in shock.

News South Africa Gauteng
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Tragic end to Raygun's bid for freedom: Pretoria's beloved rogue baboon beaten, burnt to death

Raygun the baboon has tragically died after being beaten and set on fire by school learners, sparking outrage and calls for justice from the community.

News South Africa
Se-Anne Rall|Published

NSPCA culls over 4,000 chickens after they were starved and started eating each other

After receiving a harrowing tip-off, the NSPCA was compelled to cull thousands of chickens left starving on a farm.

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published

NSPCA hunts for Joburg teens after pitbull rescued then euthanised following deadly dog fight

The NSPCA is on a mission to find teenagers involved in a brutal dog fight in Johannesburg, where a severely injured pit bull had to be euthanised. Can you help?

News South Africa Gauteng
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Limpopo man sentenced for smoking dagga from bong containing a snake

A Limpopo man, who went viral for smoking marijuana (dagga) from a bong containing a live snake, has been sentenced for his "reprehensible" actions.

News South Africa Limpopo
Se-Anne Rall|Published