Makueni County and VSF Germany Join Hands to Tackle Rabies Threat
Rabies, a deadly but preventable disease, continues to pose a threat to both animals and people in Makueni County. With rising cases linked to dog and cat bites, the county government has partnered with Vétérinaires Sans Frontières (DZ) Germany (VSF Germany), an NGO with 25 years of experience in Kenya, to strengthen control measures.
Deputy Governor H.E. Lucy Mulili, accompanied by Agriculture CECM Elizabeth Muli, signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding with VSF Germany’s David Owino, witnessed by County Attorney Stanley Nthiwa.
Under the agreement:
The county will mobilize pet owners, provide extension services, and coordinate vaccination logistics.
VSF Germany will provide technical expertise, supplies, and €20,000 in financial support.
Deputy Governor Mulili highlighted that the partnership is a significant step toward protecting families, farmers, and livestock from rabies, and appreciated VSF Germany for supporting the county in safeguarding public and animal health.
The collaboration will focus on rabies vaccination campaigns, awareness creation, and broader One Health programs. Awareness campaigns are planned to run through December 2025, laying a foundation for long-term resilience in animal and public health across the county.