International Correspondent<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Zambia’s Health Minister, Elijah Muchima, has announced that approximately 400 dogs have died in the past month due to contaminated maize, sparking concerns for human health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The test results are of great concern due to the several health implications for the population,” Muchima said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Minister revealee that half of the 25 samples taken from milling companies contained high levels of aflatoxins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that aflatoxins can cause liver cancer in humans, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the nation’s maize supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We are still investigating how wide the toxic maize has spread,” Muchima said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He added that<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The “affected batches” of maize meal have been recalled and seizure notices have been issued to “affected companies.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Opposition MP Sunday Chanda expressed concern, saying,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Govt says 400 dogs have died due to toxins in some brands of meal. I\u2019m a victim too. I lost over 6 big dogs over a period of 1 week\u2026 The bad meal is still out there being consumed!”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Millers Association of Zambia assured that its businesses are working to resolve the issue and ensure public safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Muchima attributed the contamination to climate change and the recent drought, which has severely impacted maize supplies in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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