BY WANDILE TSHUMA
The Hwange Local Board is urging livestock farmers to come forward and claim their cattle that were impounded by Council Police last week.
According to a notice issued by Acting Town Secretary Paul Mabhureni, the 10 animals have been unclaimed for over a week and are currently being held at the impound yard.
Farmers with missing cattle are advised to visit the Hwange Local Board offices to identify and claim their animals.
A daily fee will be charged for each impounded animal, and if the animals remain unclaimed after a month, the Council will auction them off .
The Hwange Local Board is also warning livestock owners to take responsibility for managing and controlling the movement of their animals to prevent them from encroaching into residential areas.
Council Police have increased patrols to reduce the presence of stray animals in these areas.
Residents are encouraged to report any stray livestock to the Council immediately.