The Ondangwa Town Council has issued an urgent public health advisory following a confirmed case of rabies detected in Extension 4. Municipal health officials are urging pet owners in Extensions 2, 3, 4, 6, and surrounding areas to bring all dogs and cats for immediate rabies vaccination, regardless of their prior vaccination history. Rabies is a fatal viral disease affecting both animals and humans. The Council encouraged residents to immediately report any suspected rabies cases or animal bite incidents to the relevant authorities. For further information, please contact Simon Nalushiya, Chief Animal Health Technician at 081 142 2776.”