Economy

Authorities in Rwanda have banned the trading and movement of pigs in the districts of Bugesera and Rusizi following an outbreak of African swine fever (ASF).

Agricultural leaders and experts discussed reforms needed to strengthen livestock systems and improve food security amid climate and market pressures at the 18th International Agricultural Exhibition of Morocco (SIAM).

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has pledged its support for the 9th edition of the Animal Agriculture Conference 2026 with the support of NIAS

South Africa’s pork industry faces losses as ASF and FMD outbreaks expose biosecurity gaps and disrupt production and recovery.

Nigeria aims to grow its livestock sector to $74bn with a $50bn private investment drive to boost productivity, value chains, and jobs.

South Africa government deploys emergency funds and mass vaccination to fight foot-and-mouth disease.

South Africa’s FMD vaccine delays leave pigs vulnerable, with farmers urging faster rollout to curb outbreaks and protect livestock.

South Africa battles a nationwide foot-and-mouth outbreak, with vaccination efforts underway amid economic losses, export bans, and rising meat prices.

South Africa’s pig industry faces rising feed costs, trade pressures, and logistics disruptions, impacting profitability amid shifting global markets.

South Africa’s pig industry sees cautious progress against foot-and-mouth disease, with vaccines, abattoir approvals, and ongoing research underway.

Nigeria is transforming its livestock sector with modern farms, vet services, and partnerships to boost food security.

Zambia suspends livestock imports from South Africa over foot-and-mouth outbreaks, tightening regional trade restrictions.

South Africa’s pork supply tightens as foot-and-mouth and African swine fever outbreaks disrupt farms, abattoirs, and the value chain through 2026.

While Chinese imports of pork products in 2025 decreased by 8.5%, pork production increased to more than 59 million tons.