THE Veterinary Association of Zambia (VAZ) says government needs to drill commercial boreholes so that animals can be saved amidst the dry spells that have affected the southern part of Zambia. Meanwhile, VAZ has welcomed government’s plan to setup livestock multifacility economic zones across the country. In an interview, Monday, VAZ president Malcom Chiyoba urged government start drilling commercial boreholes in strategic places to carter for animals. “It is an issue that means a lot to us because we are going to have animals that will have no water to drink and the pastures won’t even last long. So, we have been in engagements among ourselves and also encouraging government to go and now start drilling commercial boreholes in strategic...

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