Otjiwarongo clamps down on owners of roaming livestock

The Municipality of Otjiwarongo has warned livestock owners to stop allowing their animals roaming or grazing within the town, citing public safety concerns and the recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.

In a public notice on Monday, acting chief executive Hambeleleni Hamukwaya says the municipality has observed animals roaming unattended within the town.

“Such animals may constitute a public safety hazard and nuisance, including the risk of motor vehicle accidents and damage to properties,” Hamukwaya says.

He says the uncontrolled movement of animals is also a concern because of the recent FMD outbreak in the country.

“Animal owners are therefore urged to exercise responsible control over their animals and ensure that they are kept away from town.”

The municipality says animals found roaming within the town boundaries will be impounded.