Clandestine slaughterhouse dismantled in N’Djamena
Clandestine slaughterhouse dismantled in N’Djamena: authorities act to prevent health risks
A coordinated operation in N’Djamena uncovered a clandestine slaughterhouse with over 100 infected cattle and 40 sick sheep. Authorities are taking urgent steps to safeguard public health ahead of Tabaski.
Operation uncovers dangerous livestock network
During a routine inspection ahead of the Tabaski festival, a joint task force from the Ministry of Livestock, the Sanitary Police Coordination, and security forces raided a hidden facility in the Machaga neighborhood of N’Djamena’s 8th district. Inside, inspectors found more than 100 cattle and 40 sheep in critical condition, suffering from severe infections. Authorities suspect these animals were acquired by an unidentified international NGO through local accomplices, with the intention of distributing the meat as charitable donations during Tabaski.
Government responds with decisive measures
The day after the operation, Dr. Ousmane Yosko Souhoumi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Livestock and Animal Production, personally inspected the site on May 28, 2026. Upon confirming the severity of the situation, he issued strict directives to mitigate public health risks:
- All deceased animals must be immediately incinerated to prevent disease spread.
- Surviving livestock showing treatable conditions will receive urgent veterinary care.
- Heightened surveillance will be implemented to ensure no contaminated meat enters the food chain.
This crackdown highlights the government’s commitment to protecting citizens from unsafe food practices, especially during high-risk periods like religious festivals.
