S.A. Leopard Permit Problems for 06

[hutty]

I have been in touch with several PH's and SCI in Africa in regards to a leopard permit in the Limpopo Valley for the 2006 season.

It seems the gentlemen in Limpopo who issues the permits is not relasing any, has invented a new game conservation fund R5000, and is looking for some type of BEE certification.

Does anyone know who in South African Dept of Tourism we can contact since it seems like some type of shakedown?

Any info or if anyone else has heard anything would be greatly appreciated. I am looking to head over next June with a large group of hunters and one of my buddies really wants a leopard.