One Health and Development Initiative

OHDI was proud to participate in the validation workshop for the National Veterinary Services Roadmap (2026–2036) organized by the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development in Abuja.

The roadmap provides a long term framework to strengthen animal health systems, improve food security, enhance disease surveillance, and support growth across Nigeria’s livestock sector. It also reinforces the importance of the One Health approach in addressing zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and emerging health threats.

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We are thrilled to announce a major milestone for One Health and Development Initiative (OHDI) on the Africa Fish & Aquaculture Welfare - Afiwel implementation in Kenya.

Over the last few months, we have collaborated with the State Department for the Blue Economy and Fisheries (SDBEF), Kenya Fisheries Service (KeFS), and Kenya Marine Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) to implement a series of successful technical workshops and collaborative sessions to develop the *Draft National MSOP for Fish Welfare in Aquaculture*.

The MSOP for Fish Welfare in Aquaculture is now open for public participation and feedback.

We invite all stakeholders in the aquaculture value chain to lend their voices to this historic document – the first of its kind in Africa!

Download the manual here: https://mibema.go.ke/general-documents

Please submit your suggested amendments via email to [email protected] and copy [email protected] using the official government template which can be found here:https://mibema.go.ke/sites/default/files/DRAFT%20NOTICE%20FOR%20CALL%20FOR%20PUBLIC%20COMMENTS%20revised%2023.04.2026.pdf

Public Comment Period: Open from 28th April 2026 to 18th May 2026.

Advancing Animal Welfare Policy in Bauchi State

We are pleased to share the progress of our work in Bauchi State, led by OHDI under the Poultry Welfare and Sustainable Systems (POWELS) program.

The process began with a detailed situational analysis, including high level consultations and field engagements with key stakeholders across the animal health sector. These efforts provided the evidence base for the recently concluded Animal Welfare Policy Development and Stakeholder Workshop in the state.

Through strong collaboration with the Bauchi State Ministry of Livestock Development and other partners, we are contributing to stronger animal welfare systems and advancing One Health in Nigeria.

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