Centre for Environmental Rights – Advancing Environmental Rights in South Africa

The following records were requested:

In relation to the killing of hippopotamus as damage causing animals near Swartwater during 2019:

1. Copies of all applications for and permits granted and/or denied in terms of the Limpopo Environmental Management Act, 7 of 2003 (LEMA) and/or any other national or provincial conservation legislation;
2. Information regarding the assessment of the applications, including proof that the animals caused substantial damage to property or crops, or posed a danger, and/or any other relevant factors or considerations;
3. Details of the person/s who undertook the killing;
4. Documented proof relating to the disposal of the carcasses; and
5. Reports by any officials or other persons present during the killing and disposal.