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African Swine Fever (ASF) has been confirmed in Bredasdorp sub-county of the Cape Agulhas Municipality, South Africa, following the collection of samples from pigs in an informal settlement within the sub-county.
Tests carried out by accredited laboratories in Pretoria, under the supervision of the State Veterinary Service, confirmed the presence of the highly contagious disease.
Since the official report of the outbreak on 30 July 2025, nearly 800 pigs have been placed under quarantine. Of these, 434 have either died naturally or been humanely euthanised to prevent further suffering. More than 300 pigs remain under strict supervision in a designated restricted facility.
In response, veterinary officials, together with the Animal Anti-Cruelty League, have conducted on-site educational sessions with pig farmers, explaining the confirmed diagnosis and control measures.
August 13th/2025/Cape Agulhas Municipality-South Africa/
https://capeagulhas.gov.za/
