The Issue of Transhumance

By Gilles DELEUZE | LNC Translated into Englisr by Karen Ann SULLIVAN l LNC

(Bangui, July 1, 2026 | LAMINE MÉDIA) Regarding transhumance—and to avoid friction with farmers—wouldn't it be simpler to follow the Western model and establish fixed grazing areas? After all, the Central African Republic has no shortage of savanna. The country possesses vast livestock herds; yet, between livestock exports, the lack of an effective pastoral policy, and persistent conflicts between herders and farmers, one of the nation's greatest economic assets is going to waste. And yet, the country has all the necessary conditions to develop a high-performing, competitive cattle sector. For thousands of families, livestock represents a source of income, a family asset, and an essential means of subsistence. However, despite this wealth, the economic benefits of transhumance remain limited for both the population and the State. Every year, transhumance sees thousands of cattle traversing the country or being exported to neighboring nations. Consequently, this strategic activity struggles to become a true engine of economic development. On the contrary, over the years, it has become a source of tension, lost tax revenue, and frustration for many citizens. Let us be blunt: transhumance, like polygamy, is an antiquated practice that no longer aligns with modern realities. In the Central African Republic, pastoral infrastructure is inadequate, veterinary services often lack resources, and livestock monitoring mechanisms remain limited. For lack of structural investment, the cattle sector is slowly withering away, ultimately benefiting neighboring countries. Paradoxically, meat is expensive on the market; in several cities, the price per kilogram exceeds the financial means of a large portion of the population. This situation is due to the export of a significant number of cattle to foreign markets, resulting in local scarcity.

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