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The fight to free the Joburg Zoo elephants is headed to court

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Three of Joburg's most famous residents are in court tomorrow and they’re looking for a one-way ticket out of the city.

"Lammie", "Ramadiba", and "Mopane" —the Joburg Zoo elephants are at the heart of an historic battle starting in the High Court in Pretoria.

Hot 1027's Reuben Goldberg takes a look.....
18 May English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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