US EditionWildlife charity faces damages claim over elephant project in Africa linked to 12 deaths
- Rural farming communities in Malawi and Zambia are suing the International Fund for Animal Welfare over elephant relocations linked to at least 12 deaths and injuries.
- Lawyers report that the elephants have destroyed crops and properties, affecting over 11,000 people.
- The damage has been estimated to be in the millions of dollars, according to a local non-profit organization.
- The International Fund for Animal Welfare expressed sadness about the conflict but rejected any claims of wrongdoing.
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Malawi-Zambia communities threaten legal action over elephant relocation
Rural farming communities on the border between Malawi and Zambia are seeking damages and threatening legal action against an international animal conservation group over the relocation of over 260 elephants to their area
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Wildlife charity faces damages claim over elephant project in Africa linked to 12 deaths
Rural communities on the border between the African countries of Malawi and Zambia are threatening to sue an international animal conservation group for death and destruction caused by the relocation of more than 260 elephants to their area.
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Elephant Relocation Sparks Legal Battle in Southern Africa | Science-Environment
Elephant Relocation Sparks Legal Battle in Southern Africa Communities in Malawi and Zambia are preparing to sue an international conservation group over the relocation of more than 260 elephants, alleging the move has led to numerous human casualties and significant property destruction.A British law firm representing the villagers claims that the elephants have killed 12 people and injured others, as well as destroyed crops, causing immense ha…
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