The Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) says the health and well-being of livestock and animals are of paramount importance.
Ben Nangombe emphasised that the responsible use of veterinary medicines plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and productivity of the agricultural sector.
The Omaheke State Veterinary Department has started to sensitise farming communities on how to control external parasites on their animals following the outbreak of Crimean-Congo Fever in the region.
The virus is transmitted to people either by tick bites or through contact with infected animals blood or tissues during and immediately after slaughter.
The regional veterinary team is also planning to do some sample testing at various farms to establish areas of concern.
