Guides & analysis

Market Guides11 min read

Eid al-Adha Cattle Price Surge: A Seller's Guide

Every year, cattle prices across Africa spike in the weeks before Eid al-Adha. Here is how to read the surge, sell at the top, and buy without overpaying.

By Adamu Bello

Market Guides9 min read

Dry Season Survival & Strategy for Cattle Owners

The dry season destroys more herd value than any disease. A clear water, feed and destocking plan protects both your animals and your money.

By Thabo Mokoena

Market Guides9 min read

Where to Buy & Sell: Africa's Major Cattle Markets

A practical guide to the major livestock markets across Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ethiopia and beyond — trading days, dominant breeds, and what to expect.

By Adamu Bello

Market Guides9 min read

Cross-Border Cattle Trade Routes in Africa

From the Sahel corridors to the Horn of Africa export ports, informal and formal cattle trade moves millions of animals across borders each year. Here is how it works.

By Fatou Diallo