https://www.linkedin.com/posts/conservezim-conservezim-402997277_hyenas-some-adorned-with-necklaces-killed-activity-7299487666872475649-mMy9?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAEOZZoIBX1-7rFcrw04ZfUeUPSSwOOU74oo. Hyenas, Some Adorned with Necklaces, Killed in Tanzania After Attacks on Villagers John Cassim Seventeen hyenas were killed by the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority after a week-long hunt, according to Tanzanian media reports. Some of the hyenas were found wearing necklaces, and others had unusual markings, including human names or numbers branded on their hides. These markings suggest the animals were owned by individuals. The necklaces are believed to be charm-filled talismans. Beatus Maganja, spokesperson for the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority, stated that game rangers were forced to kill the hyenas in forests, caves, and other isolated areas within the villages. While the discoveries were unusual, the region surrounding the Lake Victoria Zone of Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda is known for reported cases of witchcraft and dark magic. This raises the possibility that the hyenas were used for witchcraft purposes. Meanwhile, local residents expressed relief, reporting that the hyenas had been attacking vulnerable individuals, including children walking to school, youth herding livestock, and elderly people and women. Sitta Mnanda, a resident of Nyamala village, reported that four children, aged between 3 and 6, had been killed by hyenas in the Nkoma, Idisa, and Nyamala villages of Itilima. Another 3-year-old child was killed in the Mhuze village of Itilima District, Simiyu Region. Lucia Gambi, the mother of the 3-year-old, recounted that the hyenas attacked while she was preparing dinner for her family. The Simiyu Regional Police Commander confirmed that the child's remains were found in the wilderness after an extensive search. Similar hyena attacks on humans and livestock have been increasing in Zimbabwe, particularly in Buhera, Manicaland. Recent reports indicate that these attacks are becoming more widespread across the country. Two individuals survived hyena attacks in the Zuze area of Makoni District, Manicaland, but sustained serious injuries. Headman Gwasira, a traditional leader, bravely fought off a hyena, requiring him to be transferred to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare. David Zuze, another victim, suffered severe injuries, including the loss of a portion of his lips, an arm, and a hand. In Malawi, near Kasungu National Park, the death of a man by hyenas has caused concern among villagers. They speculate if the hyenas followed elephants that were recently translocated to the area. Simon Chirwa, 31, was attacked on the night of August 6th of the previous year while walking back to his village.