The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) confirms that a free-roaming male lion was spotted near The Rest Estate in the City of Mbombela early this morning at around 01:38. This is confirmed by security footage obtained from The Rest Estate control room. The MTPA has been on the scene since 2am with a thermal imaging drone trying to locate the lion, so far without success. The authority will continue to monitor the area until the lion is located.
The public is advised to remain calm, be vigilant and alert the authorities if they see the lion. The public may contact Mr. Louw Steryn at 083 6266 792 when they spot the lion.
