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HPAI
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ECOWAS adopts regional strategies to combat livestock diseases
The 2026-2031 plans target foot-and-mouth disease, avian influenza and donkey health, with a focus on stronger cross-border surveillance and coordinated responses.
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Nigeria strengthens HPAI response with FAO support
Since December 2020, Nigeria has recorded 505 confirmed HPAI outbreaks affecting almost 2.56 million birds, including 11 H5N1 infections in 2026 across nine commercial farms.
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Nigeria launches US$350,000 bird flu response programme to protect poultry sector
The programme aims to reduce the risk of outbreaks and strengthen poultry health systems.
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South Africa adopts avian influenza vaccination strategy after US$529M poultry crisis
Initial findings from pilot programmes suggest that vaccination does not completely prevent infection but can significantly reduce mortality rates.
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