Kenya Government has started a livestock vaccination campaign to fight Rift Valley Fever. Dr Shanaaz Shariff, a senior deputy director of medical services, said infection could be prevented through sustained animal vaccination and control of mosquitoes.
Veterinary officials started vaccinating livestock in Garissa’s Modika area and are expected to cover Ijara, Wajir and Kilifi districts soon. In Laikipia District, the Veterinary Department has instituted measures to ensure the fever does not affect the district. According to the district veterinary officer, Dr Kiguru Mwaura, all staff on leave have been recalled.