Short Title The law is officially cited as the Animal Health and Welfare Proclamation No. 1376/2025
Issuing Organ This proclamation was issued by the House of Peoples’ Representatives of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in accordance with Article 55(1) of the Constitution. It was signed by Taye Atskeselasse, the President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
Effective Date The proclamation entered into force on August 12, 2025, which corresponds to the date of its publication in the Federal Negarit Gazette,,.
Primary Objectives The main goals of the legislation are to establish an internationally reliable veterinary service system to prevent and control animal diseases, protect human health from risks associated with zoonotic diseases and food of animal origin, and improve animal welfare standards,,. It also mandates the creation of national identification, registration, and traceability systems for animals and animal products.
Implementing and Accountable Bodies The Ministry of Agriculture and the Ethiopian Agricultural Authority are the primary federal organs responsible for the administration and implementation of the proclamation,,. They work in coordination with Regional Veterinary Bodies, which are responsible for the delivery and regulation of veterinary services at the regional level,.
Repeals This proclamation repeals the former Animal Disease Prevention and Control Proclamation No. 267/2002 and the Meat Inspection Proclamation No. 274/1970.