As the Thyolo District Veterinary department plans to carry out an anti rabies campaign during the month of August 2008, the Satemwa Joint Body has joined the bandwagon to controll the problem. Having been approached by the Veterinary officials, through consultation with the General Assembly, the Satemwa JB agreed to contribute towards this activity using the Fair Trade premium. The JB has since donated vaccines, syringes, safety boxes, gloves and other materials worth MK50000 ($350). Rabies drugs/vaccines was a major problem hence we thought it wise to intevene and help.
Thyolo is one of the Tea growing districts in Malawi and rabies is a big problem. The common understanding is that the area from where most members of the General Assembly come will be targeted. This confirms the fact that Fair trade can indeed change people's lives.
Acknowledging receipt of the drugs, the DVO applauded fair trade buyers for making available funds that will continue to be used in projects that will improve the socio-economic status of the common person. On a different note he reaffirmed that he will preach the message about Fair trade since he feels most people might not know about the concept.
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