THE FUSE

South Africa’s agricultural sector has received a significant boost in its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease following the arrival of a new batch of vaccines aimed at strengthening national biosecurity and protecting livestock. The Minister of Agriculture, , confirmed that 2 million Dollvet vaccines have landed at to support the ongoing national vaccination drive. This development comes at a critical time when farmers are working under pressure to contain outbreaks and safeguard the country’s cattle population. The government has positioned vaccination as a central strategy to stabilise the livestock sector and prevent further economic losses. Strong coordination between public institutions, provinces and private stakeholders continues to shape the response as the country pushes for faster coverage and wider protection.