Suspected Anthrax Outbreak Hits Ibanda: MAAIF Launches Emergency Response

Suspected Anthrax Outbreak Reported in Ibanda District

Ibanda — The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has confirmed a suspected outbreak of anthrax at a farm in Birongo I, Rwambu Parish, Kijongo Sub-county, Ibanda District, where seven cattle have died and four people are receiving medical treatment for skin lesions consistent with cutaneous anthrax. In a statement issued by Maj. Gen. David Kasura-Kyomukama, the Permanent Secretary of MAAIF, the Ministry said the affecte…

Suspected Anthrax Outbreak Hits Ibanda: MAAIF Launches Emergency Response

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has activated emergency response measures following a suspected outbreak of anthrax in Birongo I Village, Rwambu Parish, Kijongo Sub-County in Ibanda District. According to the Ministry, seven head of cattle have died at the affected farm, and four individuals who came into contact with one of the carcasses have developed skin lesions consistent with cutaneous anthrax. They are c…

MAAIF Reports Suspected Anthrax Outbreak In Ibanda District » Business Focus

Maj. Gen. David Kasura-Kyomukama, Permanent Secretary at MAAIF The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has reported a suspected outbreak of anthrax at a farm in Birongo 1, Rwambu Parish, Kijongo Sub-county, Ibanda District. In a statement dated 20th October 2025, Maj. Gen. David Kasura-Kyomukama, Permanent Secretary at MAAIF said seven cattle have died, and four individuals who came into contact with of one of the dead…