Title:
Kruger Park rhino poacher to spend 28 years behind bars
Author(s):
Publication Year:
2026
Abstract:

The Skukuza regional court has sentenced Sifiso Mbuyane to 28 years in prison after he was found guilty on eight charges including killing two rhinos and illegally entering the Kruger National Park. The incident dates back to January 17, 2017, when park rangers heard gunshots while patrolling the Pretoriuskop section of the park, said National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson Monica Nyuswa.

Series Title:
TimesLive
Item Type:
Report
Language:
en

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