Background & Objectives

Ethiopia leads Africa in livestock numbers with 135 billion ETB annual contribution to its economy, encompassing 18% of GDP and benefiting 70% of households. However, challenges persist in veterinary services, animal nutrition, genetic improvement, product handling, market information, and technology transfer, hindering sector growth. Enhancing veterinary services is critical for reducing disease losses and increasing production.

Activities

• Develop detailed Action Plans, exit strategies, and financial plans for project implementation, including organizing regular coordination meetings and field visits.

• Ensure compliance with EU procurement rules and financial management standards across projects.

• Establish and manage a technical monitoring system to enhance project effectiveness, providing support for document development, progress reporting, training, and IT needs.

Results

• Strengthened quality of public and private veterinary services with optimized delivery through an enabled and rationalized environment.
• Improved technical competences (knowledge, skills, and attitude) and incentives for veterinary service providers to enhance service delivery.
• Enhanced food safety of primary animal products and improved control of zoonotic diseases achieved through better regulatory measures.