Zambia has in recent times experienced a surge in livestock diseases, which have the potential to affect food security, public health, and export competitiveness. Government and development partners have emphasized that sustained investment in disease detection and response systems will be critical to protecting the country’s livestock sector. During the official opening of a workshop marking the closing phase of the Animal Health Systems Strengthening Project (AHSSP), Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock Permanent Secretary Max Choombe said the initiative has laid a strong foundation for a more resilient livestock sector by improving the country’s ability to detect and respond to...
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