HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you think breeding of pit bull–type dogs should be banned in South Africa to prevent future attacks?

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HAVE YOUR SAY:
Do you think breeding of pit bull–type dogs should be banned in South Africa to prevent future attacks?

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20 February 2026

After a 44-year-old woman in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, was fatally mauled by her own pit bull–type dogs on 28 January 2026, community concern has intensified. Some support a breeding ban, while others argue responsible ownership is the real issue. What is your view?

“Yes. Pit bull–type dogs are too often involved in serious attacks. Banning breeding could reduce the number of high-risk dogs and help prevent tragedies. Community safety should come first.”
**Ratanang Manyako, Rustenburg**

“No. A ban isn’t the full solution. Stricter regulation, responsible breeding, proper training and stronger enforcement would address the real causes of aggression and improve public safety.”
**Daneel Scheepers, Rustenburg**

PUBLIC POLL: THE RESULTS ARE IN!
Do you think breeding of pit bull–type dogs should be banned in South Africa to prevent future attacks?
NO: 48% YES: 52%

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HAVE YOUR SAY:
Do you think breeding of pit bull–type dogs should be banned in South Africa to prevent future attacks?

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