Bushmeat Consumption in Africa: A Microbiological Safety Challenge?
Gwladys Gloria Amen Ahouanse, Abdulsudi Issa-Zacharia, Nuria Majaliwa
Asian Food Science Journal · pp. 149–157 · Published 12 Sep 2023
10.9734/afsj/2023/v22i9667Abstract
Objective: This review analyzed the microbiological safety of bushmeat consumed in Africa over the past decades. Methodology: Previous Studies mainly focused on large animals like antelopes and smaller ones like grasscutter. Most microbes studied were similar to those in domestic animal meat, except for rare pathogens such as Salmonella spp, E.coli. Sampling, experiments, and microbe prevalence varied among studies. Results: All studies confirmed the presence of zoonotic pathogens dangerous to human beings. Therefore, more investigations are needed, especially for the chronic and severe cases of pathogens, since only few studies have addressed the bushmeat's microbiological safety in Africa. Conclusion: Efforts should be made to improve bushmeat safety and public health in Africa. New policies and public regulations must be developed and implemented to ensure hygienic and legal bushmeat production in Africa.
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