Central Veterinary Laboratory

2026-06-132026-09-30

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September 2026
29 SeptThe Namibian
Central Veterinary Laboratory tested positive 10 of 11 cattle showing FMD symptoms
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“Of 11 cattle showing symptoms, 10 tested positive at the Central Veterinary Laboratory.”
Protecting the Herd: We Need Targeted Biosecurity and Empathy
28 SeptNew Era
Central Veterinary Laboratory received 11 cattle samples for FMD diagnosis from Karasburg
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“Veterinary officials collected samples from 11 cattle and submitted them to the Central Veterinary Laboratory for diagnosis.”
Govt eases FMD restrictions
25 SeptNew Era
Central Veterinary Laboratory tested 11 collected cattle samples, 10 positive for FMD virus
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“Samples were collected from 11 cattle and submitted to the Central Veterinary Laboratory for diagnosis.”
Namibia beefs with FMD
24 SeptInformanté
Central Veterinary Laboratory tested positive 10 of 11 sampled cattle for FMD
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“Of 11 cattle showing clinical signs that were sampled, 10 tested positive at the Central Veterinary Laboratory, while local reports put the number of cattle showing clinical signs at 63.”
Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak threatens Namibia’s N$5.5 billion beef exports
24 SeptInformanté
Central Veterinary Laboratory tested positive for FMD virus 10 of 11 submitted cattle samples
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“Ten of the 11 samples tested positive for the FMD virus on 23 September.”
FMD restrictions imposed nationwide
23 SeptWindhoek Observer
Central Veterinary Laboratory conducted laboratory analysis of eleven cattle samples
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“Eleven cattle showing clinical signs consistent with FMD were sampled on 22 September, with laboratory analysis conducted at the Central Veterinary Laboratory in Windhoek.”
BREAKING NEWS: FMD outbreak confirmed in Namibia’s FMD-free zone

Agriculture & Land

Namibia confirms foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in FMD-free zone

The News

A commercial farm in Karasburg district tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease, prompting the government to freeze all nationwide movements, imports, and exports of cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. Simonis Storm research warns the trade bans could reduce 2026 economic growth to 2% and drain up to N$1.8 billion over two years as markets like the EU, US, and China close their doors.

17 hours ago · The Namibian →

Yesterday

Namibia confirms foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in FMD-free zone
A commercial farm in Karasburg district tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease, prompting the government to freeze all nationwide movements, imports, and exports of cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. Simonis Storm research warns the trade bans could reduce 2026 economic growth to 2% and drain up to N$1.8 billion over two years as markets like the EU, US, and China close their doors.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia confirms foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in FMD-free zone
Namibia has confirmed foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) on a commercial farm in Karasburg district, prompting the government to freeze all nationwide movements, imports, and exports of cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. The Simonis Storm research team warns trade bans could reduce 2026 economic growth to 2% and drain up to N$1.8 billion over two years as major markets including the European Union, United States, and China restrict imports.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →

Monday 28 September

Govt partially lifts FMD restrictions north of Veterinary Cordon Fence
The Ministry of Agriculture announced a partial lifting of Foot-and-Mouth Disease restrictions, with movement restrictions on cloven-hoofed animals and their products lifted with immediate effect for the north of the Veterinary Cordon Fence, though movement of such animals and products to the north of the fence remains restricted. The //Kharas region stays locked down, and farmers must monitor livestock for FMD symptoms while adhering to strict biosecurity and testing requirements for animal movement and slaughter.
28 September 2026 · New Era →

Friday 25 September

Namibia confirms FMD outbreak; halts livestock exports
Namibia detected Foot and Mouth Disease cases south of the veterinary cordon fence in the //Kharas region after 10 of 11 cattle samples tested positive. The government imposed an immediate nationwide suspension on movement, marketing, import and export of cloven-hoofed animals and their by-products.
25 September 2026 · New Era →
FMD suspension affects kapana vendors and customary cattle slaughter
A nationwide suspension of livestock movement, trade and slaughtering following Foot-and-Mouth Disease detection in the //Kharas Region has left kapana vendors and families preparing customary events uncertain about cattle slaughter for lobola and funerals. Lawyers representing Affirmative Repositioning's Job Amupanda have demanded clarification from the acting agriculture minister on the scope and legal basis of the restrictions.
25 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 24 September

Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak threatens Namibia's beef exports
A Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak confirmed in the //Kharas Region on 23 September is expected to cost the economy about N$1.8 billion over 2026 and 2027 and reduce 2026 economic growth by 0.45 percentage points, with nationwide livestock movement restrictions disrupting farming, meat processing, and exports valued at approximately N$5.5 billion annually.
24 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia plans to divide FMD-free zone into smaller areas
Namibia is developing a plan to divide its foot-and-mouth disease-free livestock zone into smaller zones following an FMD outbreak at a commercial farm in the ||Kharas region. Authorities are assessing costs and logistics, though some farmers worry stricter movement controls could create operational bottlenecks.
24 September 2026 · The Namibian →
FMD outbreak triggers nationwide movement controls
Following detection of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in the Karasburg State Veterinary District in the //Kharas Region, the Directorate of Veterinary Services has suspended movement of cloven-hoofed animals and their raw products nationwide, banned their marketing and trade, halted slaughter at export and local abattoirs, and established roadblocks to enforce controls.
24 September 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 23 September

FMD outbreak confirmed in Namibia's FMD-free zone
The government has suspended imports and exports of all cloven-hoofed animals after 10 out of 11 cattle samples tested positive for Foot-and-Mouth Disease in the //Kharas Region, detected on a commercial farm during routine surveillance.
23 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 19 August

Namibia's largest goat exporter exits after 54 years
André Rossouw Trust, Namibia's largest goat exporter, has withdrawn from the live-goat export market, citing rising costs—including testing, permits, and transport—that make up about 30% of the average auction price and logistical challenges such as delays in test results. The withdrawal affects the KwaZulu-Natal market in South Africa and poses concerns for emerging and communal farmers dependent on the goat trade.
19 August 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 13 June

Government lifts livestock movement ban after buffalo tests negative for FMD
The Directorate of Veterinary Services has lifted restrictions on the movement of cloven-hoofed animals in parts of Ohangwena and Kavango West regions after a buffalo spotted in June tested negative for foot and mouth disease and was euthanised.
13 June 2026 · The Namibian →