The ups and downs of the Melaka Zoo can be found in the other threads on Zoochat - see Melaka Zoo Forums for the various threads. From some recent articles it sounds like it may be once again building itself back into a good zoo again.
The first two articles are from the start of this year and concern an allegation of neglect (starving lion and tigers) which seem to have been without foundation.
No case of animal abuse at Melaka Zoo
Spot check finds old lion and tigers at Malacca Zoo healthy - Nation | The Star Online
More interesting are another couple from last year.
January 2016: Melaka zoo no longer seen as a dump
December 2016: A Zoo Keeper's Trip to Malaysia - Virginia Zoo in Norfolk
The first two articles are from the start of this year and concern an allegation of neglect (starving lion and tigers) which seem to have been without foundation.
No case of animal abuse at Melaka Zoo
Spot check finds old lion and tigers at Malacca Zoo healthy - Nation | The Star Online
More interesting are another couple from last year.
January 2016: Melaka zoo no longer seen as a dump
December 2016: A Zoo Keeper's Trip to Malaysia - Virginia Zoo in Norfolk