Department of Wildlife and National Parks together with the Department of Veterinary Services, this morning killed a stray buffalo near Maun Educational Park.
Although rumours are that the animal had earlier killed a cyclist in the same town, government officials said there were not aware of the alleged attack.
Principal Veterinary Officer in Maun, Dr Odireleng Thololwane, said the only reason they had to put down the animal, was so that it does not mix with cattle.
Buffalo are known carriers of foot and mouth disease and buffalo fences have been erected to keep them from entering pa...
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