Livestock and game
Tiger Animal Feeds celebrates 30 years of nourishing Zambia’s future
For 30 years, Tiger Animal Feeds has stood alongside Zambian farmers, helping them raise healthier animals, improve productivity and build stronger farming businesses. What started in 1996 as a maize mill has grown into one of Zambia’s trusted names in animal nutrition, a company rooted in technical excellence, innovation[...]
Women working in Uganda’s pig sector: How challenging prejudices can unlock opportunities
In some communities in Uganda, women aren’t supposed to work with pigs. This stems from restrictive social and gender norms, some of which are rooted in culture and religious beliefs. Until recently, eating pork was associated with drunkards because the meat was typically served alongside home-brewed alcohol in local[...]
Namibian hunting season now open
The Namibian hunting season commenced on 1 May, and in some instances, it will run until 31 August. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) announced the 2026 hunting season for game and game birds in the Namibian Government Gazette of 30 April. According to government statistics, the[...]
Giraffe deaths caused by lumpy skin disease
Giraffe mortalities may have been caused by lumpy skin disease (LSD), the Namibian Agricultural Union reported in their weekly newsletter dated 8 May 2026. Last year, from mid-April to the end of May, Namibia experienced an unusual wave of giraffe mortalities across large parts of the country. Farmers reported[...]
Standing with South Africa’s livestock farmers: ISUZU launches FMD farmer solidarity drive
South Africa’s agricultural sector is facing one of its most difficult periods in recent years as the ongoing spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to place immense pressure on livestock farmers, rural economies and food production systems. For many cattle farmers, the impact extends far beyond livestock losses. It[...]