Welcome to the June–December 2025 edition of the NaLIRRI Bi-Annual Newsletter. Over the past six months, the Institute has had an array of scientific breakthroughs, developments and activities; from vaccine development and laboratory validation to district-level engagements and regional partnerships.
A defining feature of this issue is the evolution of the Anti-Tick Vaccine platform now looking to become a fullyfledged center. This edition is also special as it coincides with the publication of the biography of Prof. Jolly Mary L. Kabirizi, compiled and developed by the NaLIRRI Communications Unit. She worked with NARO for over 30years and her story reminds us that impact builds from decades of service, scientific commitment.
We hope this newsletter offers a snapshot of the Institute’s work and the people advancing livestock in Uganda and beyond