Alsácia Atanásio

Alsácia Atanásio Nhacumbe (Mozambique, 20th century ) is a Mozambican veterinarian , director of the National Centre for Biotechnology and Biosciences of Mozambique. She was the first woman to earn a PhD in veterinary sciences in her country.

Quotes

• The geographical indication certification has an impact on the livelihoods of goat farmers, who have to organize themselves into associations to implement the guidelines. The certification also facilitated export of goat meat from Mozambique to the European Union and other Countries.
• I have been involved in studies that confirmed that African swine fever, a deadly viral disease transmitted by ticks, is the most serious threat to pig production in Mozambique.
• I was mandated to set up the National Research Fund and, as its Executive Director, to form partnerships, initiate collaboration and ensure liaison with national, regional and international funding agencies.
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