Kenya: Kisumu Orders Livestock Quarantine Over Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak

Kisumu — A quarantine notice has been issued within Kisumu County following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease.

All cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, donkeys, and their products are to remain within the county, and no such livestock or products will be allowed entry into the county.

The County Officer in charge of Veterinary Services, Dr. Treza Opiyo, stated that any entry or exit of such livestock will require express written permission from veterinary officers.

“No animals shall be moved from the…