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Political meddling, poor planning derail livestock vaccination drive

Kakamega County Director Veterinary services officer Dr. Christopher Kadenge vaccinates a cow at Ichina area Malava Sub county in Kakamega County on March 19, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa/ Standard]

President William Ruto's ambitious nationwide livestock vaccination campaign, launched with great fanfare in November 2024, has stalled due to major logistical failures, funding shortages and lack of stakeholder involvement.

Now, veterinary doctors warn that unless urgent adjustments are made, the initiative meant to protect millions of animals from deadly diseases could be permanently derailed.

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