# Court Rules Elephants Must Stay at Johannesburg Zoo

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/johannesburg-zoo-elephants-captivity-court-ruling-latest/

A Pretoria court ruled three elephants must stay at Johannesburg Zoo. Animal welfare groups argue the elephants face mental and physical stress. The court dismissed relocation due to legal issues, not welfare concerns.

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Original source: https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/johannesburg-zoo-elephants-captivity-court-ruling-latest/