To prevent the further spread of the foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak and to protect animal health, public health and food safety, permission is required to slaughter animals for personal consumption as well as for cultural or religious purposes.
Individuals planning to slaughter hoofed animals (ungulates), such as cattle, sheep, goats and pigs, are required to obtain official permission from the City of Tshwane before proceeding. Unregulated slaughter during the FMD outbreak can contribute to the rapid spread of the disease and pose dangers to both animals and humans.
Information required for permission
Send an email to the City of Tshwane and provide the following details:
• Purpose of slaughter
• How many animals will be slaughtered
• Location of slaughter
• Date of slaughter
• Your name, identity number and contact details
Send your email to the following officials:
• Regions 1 to 7
Ms Nompumelelo Sikhosana
Tel: 072 889 5078 or 012 358 4109
Email: nompumeleloma@tshwane.gov.za
• Regions 1 and 2
Dr James Modiba
Tel: 072 736 6497 or 012 358 4098
Email: jimmymo@tshwane.gov.za
• Regions 3 and 4
Ms Matshidiso Swaratlhe
Tel: 073 175 0058 or 012 358 7692
Email: matshidisos@tshwane.gov.za
• Region 5
Ms Tryphina Mabala
Tel: 082 832 4924 or 012 358 8451
Email: tryphinap@tshwane.gov.za
• Region 7
Ms Kholofelo Kekana
Tel: 082 968 2559 or 012 358 6196
Email: kholofelok2@tshwane.gov.za
The City will respond by either requesting additional information or granting approval for the slaughter. Veterinary Public Health is usually informed to assist by providing advice on hygienic slaughter and meat inspection, while also monitoring the process.
Failure to obtain permission before slaughtering during the FMD outbreak may result in enforcement action.