Kenya's livestock sector stands to gain significant economic benefits by scaling up veterinary services, according to Agriculture and Livestock Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe. He emphasized that veterinarians are crucial for animal health, export market maintenance, and supporting rural livelihoods.

• Kenya has the fourth-largest cattle herd in Africa, yet faces challenges like disease outbreaks (e.g., foot-and-mouth) that hinder export opportunities.
• The sector is severely understaffed, with only about 170 veterinarians employed across national and county governments.
• The government aims to treat veterinary services as a public good to enhance economic stability, safeguard food security, and boost export earnings.