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South Africa===Western Cape

Tracked across 10 events · 96 articles · First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last active Apr 17, 2026

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Regulatory
The South Africa===Western Cape is experiencing an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, which poses a serious risk to its agriculture-dependent economy, livestock production, jobs, and market confidence. The provincial government has allocated R100 million for vaccine procurement and is implementing a 21-point containment plan.
Feb 09, 2026 · 23 articles
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Regulatory
The South Africa===Western Cape government is leading the efforts to contain the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in the province. They have implemented a 21-point response plan, coordinated vaccination drives, and established checkpoints to control the spread of the disease.
Feb 20, 2026 · 11 articles
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Business
The South Africa===Western Cape's Growth for Jobs Strategy is directly supported by this MoU, which seeks to promote the region in key global destinations. The partnership with Emirates is expected to stimulate tourism growth, strengthen trade relationships, and unlock new economic opportunities across the province.
Apr 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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Domestic
The South Africa===Western Cape is experiencing significant gang violence, with children caught in the crossfire. The South Africa===South African National Defence Force will be deployed to this province to assist in curbing the violence.
Feb 12, 2026 · 9 articles
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Regulatory
The South Africa===Western Cape Government has allocated R100 million to intensify efforts against the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, including procuring vaccines and implementing border controls. This proactive approach aims to safeguard livestock in the region.
Feb 12, 2026 · 7 articles
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