In South Rupununi, cattle rustling has become a growing challenge for local ranchers, including herders like Leon Baird, who are struggling to protect their livelihoods. This issue not only threatens the economic stability of ranching families but also impacts the region’s emerging reputation as a tourist destination.
Kerese Gonsalves reports on the severity of the thefts, the measures being taken by local authorities and ranchers to combat this issue, and the potential impact on the region’s economy and tourism development.