Zimbabwe lawmakers want pitbulls banned after one killed a man in Harare. Members of Parliament said these dogs create serious public safety risks. They argued the breed acts unpredictably and often ignores commands from owners. The attack happened in Bluff Hill and sparked renewed debate about dangerous dogs. Legislators believe the animals should be completely outlawed across the nation.
Zanu PF MP Biata Beatrice Karimatsenga-Nyamupinga led the push for a ban. She compared pitbulls to wild animals that threaten people at home. The lawmaker said residents fear for their lives even in neighborhoods. She questioned what the government plans to do about these dangerous pets. Karimatsenga-Nyamupinga believes current rules fail to protect citizens from attacks.
Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi explained existing laws already control dog ownership through city permits. He said households can only keep limited numbers of dogs. Some areas completely prohibit dogs of any kind. Police arrested the person who kept the attacking pitbull because they broke these regulations. The minister noted pitbulls need special licenses because of their violent nature.
The MP dismissed licenses as inadequate protection against future tragedies. She claimed pitbulls can lose their memory and become completely unpredictable. Karimatsenga-Nyamupinga questioned why authorities allow people to keep animals that forget their training. She demanded stronger action to protect human lives from these dangerous breeds. The lawmaker insisted complete prohibition was the answer.
Ziyambi said the matter requires input from veterinary experts. He asked the MP to submit her concerns in writing for a detailed response. The minister wanted to consult professionals before making policy changes. Parliament Speaker Jacob Mudenda directed the lawmaker to formally file her question. Another MP compared dangerous pitbulls to criminals who must be removed from society.
Zanu PF MP Biata Beatrice Karimatsenga-Nyamupinga led the push for a ban. She compared pitbulls to wild animals that threaten people at home. The lawmaker said residents fear for their lives even in neighborhoods. She questioned what the government plans to do about these dangerous pets. Karimatsenga-Nyamupinga believes current rules fail to protect citizens from attacks.
Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi explained existing laws already control dog ownership through city permits. He said households can only keep limited numbers of dogs. Some areas completely prohibit dogs of any kind. Police arrested the person who kept the attacking pitbull because they broke these regulations. The minister noted pitbulls need special licenses because of their violent nature.
The MP dismissed licenses as inadequate protection against future tragedies. She claimed pitbulls can lose their memory and become completely unpredictable. Karimatsenga-Nyamupinga questioned why authorities allow people to keep animals that forget their training. She demanded stronger action to protect human lives from these dangerous breeds. The lawmaker insisted complete prohibition was the answer.
Ziyambi said the matter requires input from veterinary experts. He asked the MP to submit her concerns in writing for a detailed response. The minister wanted to consult professionals before making policy changes. Parliament Speaker Jacob Mudenda directed the lawmaker to formally file her question. Another MP compared dangerous pitbulls to criminals who must be removed from society.
