2843: CRIMEWATCH: The Impact of Climate Change of Livestock

In this episode, we dive into South Sudan's livestock laws and regulations, exploring how these policies are designed to manage the country's vast livestock resources, estimated at 36 million animals. Police experts discuss key laws, including the Wildlife Conservation and National Parks Act, the Livestock Policy, Animal Health Regulations, and Livestock Marketing Regulations. They look at how these rules aim to safeguard animal health, regulate trade, and protect the environment through measures like Environmental Impact Assessments. The programme also examine the growing challenges posed by climate change on livestock quality and quantity. From heat stress and water scarcity to disease outbreaks and malnutrition, South Sudan's livestock sector is feeling the impact. In the studio, Irene Lasu is in conversation with: Lt. Angelo Malual Akok, Coordinator of Transhumance (Livestock), Directorate of Border and Livestock Police Police Advisor Abubaker Musiho, UN Police Anti-Catttle Raiding Unit Police Advisor Florence Danielle Lambiel, UN Police Anti-Cattle Raiding Unit