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KISMAYO — The Jubaland Government continues its efforts to develop the livestock sector by strengthening animal health services and expanding veterinary care in pastoral areas. The strategy aims to protect livestock from diseases, increase productivity, and support communities that depend on pastoralism and livestock farming as one of their main sources of income and economic stability.
The Ministry of Livestock, Plant and Pasture Development of the Jubaland Government launched a field veterinary campaign to treat and vaccinate livestock in Bulo Banan area, located southeast of Kulbiyow. Specialized teams have begun providing treatment and vaccination services to livestock owners, aiming to improve animal health and reduce the spread of diseases affecting livestock production.
The ministry confirmed that the campaign will continue in the coming period to cover additional areas under Badade District and surrounding locations. It explained that these interventions will contribute to reducing losses caused by livestock diseases and improving animals’ productivity, positively affecting the livelihoods of pastoral families across the region.
Meanwhile, the ministry has taken practical steps to implement a project to establish a modern Animal Health Center in Kismayo in cooperation with the World Bank. A training program was organized with relevant stakeholders to discuss implementation plans and technical aspects related to establishing and operating the center, ensuring more advanced and sustainable veterinary services for livestock owners.
Jubaland Minister of Livestock, Plant and Pasture Development Mohamed Nur Ali Abdinur (Nurani) stated that improving veterinary services is a fundamental step toward strengthening a vital sector directly linked to the economy and daily lives of local communities. He emphasized that developing livestock health will help increase production, protect animal resources, and enhance the resilience of pastoral communities against economic and climate challenges.
These initiatives reflect a broader approach to building a more organized and sustainable pastoral sector in Jubaland through combining field veterinary campaigns with specialized animal health institutions. Livestock is not only a source of food and income but also a cornerstone of economic and social development. Investing in its protection represents a strategic step toward strengthening food security, improving community resilience, and achieving long-term sustainable development.
