THE FUSE

South Africa is intensifying its national response to Foot and Mouth Disease through coordinated vaccination, stronger field operations, and increased government investment. The disease continues to pose a serious risk to the livestock industry and rural economies across the country. In South Africa, the agricultural sector depends heavily on cattle farming for both domestic supply and export markets, which makes disease control a national priority. Recent government actions focus on limiting spread, protecting herd health, and securing long term food production stability. These interventions form part of a wider biosecurity strategy aimed at strengthening resilience in the livestock value chain.