Fresh FMD outbreak sends shockwaves

A Department of Veterinary Services press release on Wednesday confirmed a case of FMD in the Kareng area.

The case was reportedly noticed on a beast during inspections on cattle from the Kareng area at the Maun Abattoir.  The department soon resumed strict cattle movement restrictions in the areas south of the Setata cordon fence to curb the disease spread. "Movement of the cloven-hoofed animals out of, within and in to Kareng, Semboyo, Makakung, Bodibeng and Sehitwa extension areas has been suspended with immediate effect," read part of the press statement.