Systemic animal abuse uncovered in Egypt"s tourist sites near Giza

An investigation by PETA has revealed severe animal abuse at tourist sites near the Pyramids of Giza, where horses and camels are subjected to horrific treatment. Footage from 2023 to 2024 shows these animals in dire conditions, often malnourished and forced to work under extreme heat. Many horses were seen scavenging for food, while others struggled to stand due to the heavy saddles and blinkered masks. The investigation highlighted that these animals are often worked to death, receiving no medical treatment for their injuries. The findings indicate that when these animals can no longer perform, they are discarded like trash or taken to slaughterhouses, where they are killed in front of other animals. The footage captured by PETA shows camels with open wounds and infections, being beaten to force them to work. The cruelty extends to the methods of slaughter, where animals are left to bleed out while fully conscious, showcasing the brutal reality of their existence. Despite the shocking evidence, there are attempts to cover up these abuses, as seen when a man organizing rides called the police on a visitor taking photographs. This incident underscores the lengths to which those involved in the tourism industry will go to protect their interests, even at the expense of animal welfare. PETA's investigation serves as a critical warning to tourists, urging them to avoid animal rides and highlighting the urgent need for reform in the treatment of working animals in Egypt's tourism sector.