Stray leopards from the Kruger National Park have descended on Tshitulipasi village outside Beit Bridge, where they are reportedly killing livestock.

When Limpopo Mirror visited the area last week, villagers said they were losing their livestock to leopards, which were mainly targeting donkeys and calves. “Our livestock are attacked by leopards while grazing in the bush and that is really an issue of grave concern to us. Last week, I lost three calves and I suspect they were attacked by leopards from the Kruger Park,” said Mr Peter Mbedzi.

Another villager, Mr Allan Chauke, said he had also recently lost three donkeys and four calves to leopards. “We are appealing to the relevant authorities to address this problem as a matter of urgency, as we continue to lose our livestock,” he said.

Mr Enock Ndou, a local ward councillor, also confirmed the latest development. “The problem of leopards was brought to my attention and I have since compiled a report, which I will table before the full council meeting. I have since informed our natural resources department about the issue,” he said.