Gauteng has sharply reduced foot-and-mouth disease cases from 166 to just 6, marking a significant turnaround in controlling the outbreak. The province's response included a vaccination campaign in which all cattle on Gauteng's dairy farms received a second, booster vaccination, according to the department. The decline in cases suggests the containment measures have been effective in curbing the spread of the livestock disease.

The Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH) has launched a climate-resilient livestock project to address challenges in the livestock sector, including rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, and shortages of resources. These issues are impacting livestock productivity, animal welfare, and the livelihoods of livestock keepers in Tanzania.

The Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Dr Bashiru Kakurwa, emphasized the need for unity and cooperation among fish farmers as the Tanzanian government aims to enhance the aquaculture sector to boost economic growth and create jobs. This statement was made during a meeting with stakeholders in the fish farming industry.

Uganda is spearheading the CONNECT-VAS project, which aims to enhance vaccine research and manufacturing across four African countries. The initiative seeks to build stronger vaccine systems and reduce reliance on imports. This was discussed during an inception meeting held in Kampala on June 11, attended by scientists, policymakers, regulators, and development partners.

The Katsina State Government has initiated the 2026 Annual Mass Livestock Vaccination Exercise, which will last for 18 days. This campaign aims to protect cattle, sheep, and goats from serious infectious diseases and enhance livestock productivity. The exercise was launched at Shifdawa Fulani Village in Batagarawa Local Government Area and focuses on three major livestock diseases, including Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia.

For decades, poor road quality in Tanzania hindered access to markets for farmers, healthcare for patients, and increased transport costs for businesses. However, recent improvements in road infrastructure are transforming this situation, facilitating better connectivity and economic activity across the country, according to Daily News.