South Africa’s premier state-owned animal vaccine manufacturer, OBP, has effectively collapsed, leaving the nation unable to produce critical vaccines for livestock. Despite receiving R500 million in government funding intended for a world-class revamp, the facility’s high-security laboratories were neglected and fell into ruin. Thabiso Tema spoke to Athol Trollip ActionSA Parliamentary Leader.

<p>South Africa&rsquo;s premier state-owned animal vaccine manufacturer, OBP, has effectively collapsed, leaving the nation unable to produce critical vaccines for livestock. Despite receiving R500 million in government funding intended for a world-class revamp, the facility&rsquo;s high-security laboratories were neglected and fell into ruin. Thabiso Tema spoke to Athol Trollip ActionSA Parliamentary Leader.</p>

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<p>POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you&rsquo;re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.</p>