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Livestock theft (stock-theft) has long been one of Zimbabwe’s biggest challenges — especially for farmers in Murehwa, Chivhu, Gokwe, Mwenezi, Lupane, and other rural areas. For many families, cattle, goats or sheep are not just animals. They represent wealth, inheritance, and future stability.
With the rise of modern livestock tracking technology, Zimbabwean farmers now have a powerful way to protect animals and monitor grazing patterns in real time.
Livestock tracking refers to the use of GPS, IoT tags, and digital collars designed for cattle, goats, sheep, and even wildlife. These devices allow farmers to get instant updates on:
Exact animal location
Movement patterns
Fence/graze area entry or exit
Sudden running (indicating possible theft or predators)
Long periods of inactivity (possible illness)
Farmers can view all information on a phone or dashboard.
Zimbabwe loses thousands of animals yearly due to stock theft. In districts like Beitbridge, Matobo, Chiredzi and Karoi, thieves often cross borders or drive livestock deep into the bush.
Livestock tracking changes this completely.
New devices can:
Send instant alerts when animals leave the grazing area
Help police and Anti-Stock Theft Units locate stolen cattle
Reduce farmer patrol time
Improve herd management and record keeping
This gives farmers peace of mind and protects wealth that took years to build.
Livestock trackers come in several forms:
GPS ear tags
Smart collars
Solar-powered IoT devices
Satellite livestock beacons (for areas with no mobile network)
These devices send live coordinates to a mobile app. Farmers can set geofences — boundaries for grazing — and receive alerts whenever an animal crosses the line.
This is especially useful during drought seasons when animals roam far seeking water.
Livestock tracking has become a necessity for modern Zimbabwean farmers. With real-time protection and movement insights, Yotracker the best tracking company in Zimbabwe is committed to helping farmers safeguard their herds and strengthen rural livelihoods.Get a free quote today.
