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President William Ruto during the launch of livestock vaccination and the National Livestock Restocking Programme at Soko Ng'ombe in Garissa County on February 6, 2025. [PCS]
Kenya is positioning itself for a bigger share of the global livestock economy after securing the right to host the World Veterinary Association Congress in 2028, a move that could boost investment, tourism and confidence in the country’s animal products.
Kenya will become the first African country to host the prestigious global veterinary event, which is expected to bring more than 2,000 delegates and place the country at the centre of international discussions on animal health, food safety, disease control and livestock trade.
Kenya has also received international recognition for strengthening regulation of veterinary medicines, with veterinary surgeon Dr Josiah Mandieka receiving the World Veterinary Association Award for Veterinary Medicines Stewardship.
