# The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has reported seven new foot-and-mouth disease cases in the Free State. Six are in Viljoenskroon/Vredefort and one in Sasolburg bringing the provincial total to 49. Eight distinct outbreaks span five municipalities, including Kroonstad, Deneysville, and Edenville. Vaccinations on infected farms start immediately to curb viral spread. Movement restrictions cover a ten-kilometre radius, with infected farms under quarantine. The department urges farmers to prevent illegal animal movement and report suspected cases, warning that violations are criminal offenses.
Free State confirms seven new foot-and-mouth disease cases