The existence of Johannesburg Zoo may seem paradoxical in a country famous for its many wildlife reserves and national parks. But in a country with stark inequalities, most of the population cannot afford to visit them, and the debate takes on a more political dimension than elsewhere.
Upon seeing the trio's enclosure, a group of young children rushes towards a viewing point, shouting, "Elephants! Elephants!"
For many zoo visitors, this is the o…
The existence of Johannesburg Zoo may seem paradoxical in a country famous for its many wildlife reserves and national parks. But in a country with stark inequalities, most of the population cannot afford to visit them, and the debate takes on a more political dimension than elsewhere.
Upon seeing the trio's enclosure, a group of young children rushes towards a viewing point, shouting, "Elephants! Elephants!"
For many zoo visitors, this is the o…