the Matabeleland South Provincial Epidemiology

A severe anthrax outbreak in Umzingwane has wiped a herd of 55 cattle and left thousands of other animals at risk of contracting the deadly disease. 48 people have also been treated of anthrax in the district. Despite the severity of the situation that puts cattle, small livestock and people at risk, the Veterinary Services Department does not have vaccines to contain the situation and farmers are sourcing on their own. The district has since…