The South African Muslim Network (SAMNET) sent a letter to the eThekwini Municipal Manager in relation to the enforcement of the animal sacrifice by-laws ahead of the Islamic festival of Eid ul-Adha last week. The Red Meat Regulations of 2004 - which oversees animal slaughter, requests that those conducting the practice need to apply for a permit seven days prior. But many in eThekwini say this is a by-law that wasn't previously enforced.

The Durban Muslim community felt they were being targeted about the processes to follow when

slaughtering for ritual and religious purposes for EID-al-Adha celebrations.

The South African Muslim Network (Samnet) said their offices had been inundated with calls and concerns from the community regarding a notice issued by the eThekwini Municipality and possible selective enforcement of legislation of the Red Meat Regulations 2004, Section 128(2)(a).

 

Guest: Dr. Faisal Suleman- Chairperson of The South African Muslim Network (Samnet)