Getaway reports that a staff member at the Skukuza Golf Club in Kruger National Park was attacked by a leopard outside his accommodation on 26 June.

While details around the incident have not been confirmed yet, Skukuza Golf Club provided an update on 29 June via social media, stating: “Although the injuries sustained were serious, we are relieved to update our concerned members that he is set to make a full recovery.” The Club said it had ensured that the staff member was able to get the best care possible and that his family received the necessary emotional and financial support while he recovered. “The South African National Parks has also deployed a team to track the animal and guarantee the continued safety of all staff, members and guests,” the statement added.

• Read the original of the short report in the above regard by David Henning at Getaway
• Lees ook, Werker oorleef luiperdaanval in Krugerwildtuin, by Maroela Media

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