‘Next time, don’t report to the police, figure out where to go’

Before withdrawing the matter, Mmesi told the woman not to report a similar case to the police again in the future. The woman had dragged her boyfriend to court, but after a change of heart, she argued that her boyfriend was under the influence when he threatened her.

As cases continue to threaten herds and rural livelihoods, one simple but critical action can make a powerful difference: strictly adhering to FMD regulations, including refraining from slaughtering cloven-hoofed animals.Cloven-hoofed animals, such as cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, are highly susceptible to FMD. Slaughter, especially during outbreaks or restricted periods, significantly increases the risk of spreading the virus through…