Namibia resumes live poultry and bird imports from South Africa

Namibia has recommenced imports of live poultry and birds from South Africa, following a ban imposed due to an avian influenza outbreak in September 2023. The country, which consumes approximately 2,500 metric tons of chicken per month, usually sourcing most of its supply from South Africa, had initially halted imports not only of live poultry but also products from the country. Additionally, the import of live birds and uncooked poultry products from Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state has been suspended owing to an outbreak of avian Newcastle disease. Consignments from this state packed after the suspension date will be returned or destroyed at the importer's expense.