Why is South Africa vaccinating seals and issuing warning against them?

Scientists in South Africa have identified an outbreak of rabies in Cape fur seals, marking the first time the virus has spread among sea mammals. The virus is believed to have been transmitted from jackals in Namibia. Authorities are investigating how to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread. Scientists in South Africa have identified an outbreak of rabies in Cape fur seals, marking the first time the virus has spread among sea mammals. The virus is believed to have been transmitted from jackals in Namibia. Authorities are investigating how to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread.  Economic Times