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*AU Approves Ban on Slaughtering Donkeys For Their Hides* *Follow Pindula on WhatsApp for daily new updates* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va84dngJP21B2nWeyM3v?xg The African Union (AU) has approved a ban on the slaughter of donkeys for their hides, a move expected to protect the continent’s 33 million donkeys. The measure was approved on Sunday at the end of the African leaders’ summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ---------- *Latest itel S24 now available on Pindula* $124 Cash on Delivery in Harare & Bulawayo. WhatsApp: 0️⃣7️⃣8️⃣3️⃣ 4️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ 7️⃣9️⃣3️⃣ ---------- According to BBC, the demand for donkey skins is fuelled by the popularity of an ancient Chinese medicine called Ejiao, traditionally made from donkey hides. Ejiao is believed by some to have anti-ageing and health benefits, although this is unproven. The Donkey Sanctuary, a charity, welcomed the Africa-wide ban on the slaughter of donkeys for their hides, saying: > This historic decision taken by the African Union recognizes, at the highest level of decision making the vital importance of donkeys across Africa. The charity said donkeys were facing “a very real existential threat”, noting that 5.9 million donkeys are killed annually for the remedy. Marianne Steele, chief executive of The Donkey Sanctuary, said: “Donkeys are sensitive and intelligent creatures who deserve protection for their sakes and for the countless communities who rely on them.” In Africa, people in the poorest, rural communities use them for transport and to carry water, food and other goods. According to a recent African study, possessing a donkey can make the difference between destitution and a modest livelihood. More: Pindula News _If you found this article useful_ *Please support Pindula by forwarding to friends and groups*
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