Hope for Pastoralists as Africa Intensifies Fight Against Livestock Killer

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 19 — Millions of African pastoralists could soon see relief as the continent intensifies efforts to eliminate Peste des Petits - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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African nations are intensifying efforts to eradicate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a devastating disease affecting sheep and goats, aiming to alleviate poverty among millions of pastoralists. Discussions in Nairobi highlighted the urgent need for intensified vaccination, monitoring, and cross-border cooperation to combat the disease.

The disease, PPR, is one of Africa’s most destructive livestock illnesses, impacting families' food, income, and education.
Dr. Huyam Salih, AU-IBAR Director, stressed that "Funding is critical for vaccination and monitoring."
Chad was named Africa’s continental champion for PPR eradication due to its strategic role in regions with high livestock movement.

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