South Africa troops tackle rhino poachers (BBC)

[eppur_se_muova]

South Africa is to deploy hundreds of extra troops along its borders to help fight gangs smuggling rhino horns, the government has announced.

Justice Minister Jeff Radebe said four military companies would be sent to the borders with Zimbabwe, Swaziland and Lesotho.

Syndicates export the horns from Africa to parts of Asia and the Middle East.

In 2011, a record 450 rhinos were killed by poachers in South Africa, the Department of Environment Affairs says.

Mr Radebe said about 600 soldiers would join the fight against rhino poaching.
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more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-17098612




Something for soldiers to do besides fighting wars? Great!

[AlecBGreen]

1. just started watching PBS series on US national parks

General Sheridan (of Civil War infamy) sent hundreds of troops to secure Yellowstone in its early days. After a steep learning curve they became pretty successful at expelling ranchers and poachers. Good luck South Africa.

[eppur_se_muova]

2. Interesting! Thanks, I didn't see that program. nt

[AlecBGreen]

3. its great!

Its on Netflix streaming. Its called "The National Parks: Americas Best Idea." I watched the first two of six 2-hour segments. Awesome so far, recommended if you like a little eye candy