Current FMD situation in South Africa

Outbreaks persist in several provinces

As of mid-July 2025, South Africa has experienced at least 270 foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks across five provinces, with 249 of these still unresolved.

Detailed breakdown:

• KwaZulu-Natal: 191 reported outbreaks; 172 unresolved

• Eastern Cape: 40 reported outbreaks; 38 unresolved

• Gauteng: 32 reported outbreaks.

• Mpumalanga: 3 reported outbreaks.

• North West: 4 reported outbreaks.

• Free State: An outbreak was reported and the farm quarantined on 8 July, with immediate surveillance and vaccination initiated. Trace back and radius surveillance continue.

• Western Cape: Remains FMD-free but vigilance is essential with outbreaks in neighboring provinces posing a constant threat.

Osdam Eco Facility "strict protocols"

Our facility's approach aligns well with established guidelines, such as:

• Enforcing animal sourcing from clean zones only, with proper health declarations.

• Carrying out 28-day quarantines for new arrivals before herd integration.

• Maintaining strict transport vehicle disinfection.

• Controlling farm access and hygiene protocols for staff and visitors.

• Coordinating surveillance, reporting and compliance with the State Veterinarian.

These measures follow, and in some cases exceed, the provincial biosecurity standards designed to preserve Western Cape's FMD-free status.

#FMD #biosecurity #animalhealth

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Resources:

• South African Government

• https://www.westerncape.gov.za/agriculture/article/western-cape-farmers-urged-remain-alert-following-foot-and-mouth-disease-outbreaks-kwazulu

• https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-06-09-western-cape-remains-free-of-foot-and-mouth-disease-farmers-advised-to-quarantine-new-livestock/