This observation remains to be ascertained with actual physical body measurements. The Shang’ombo breed also seems to be more closely related with Angola breed that tends to be more robust and bulky (Figure 2). The animals in Sesheke and Kaoma Districts tend to be more related with the Tonga and Baila breeds found in neighbouring Districts of Southern province. However, there is need to verify this relatedness with genetic data through DNA analysis.
Barotse cattle are mostly kept for meat and milk production as demonstrated by trading in animals between cattle keepers and meat processing companies including ZAMBEEF. The sour milk made from Barotse animals (Muzilili) is known for its special taste and flavour. The breed is also used in arable farming as a source of draught power and manure which is usually distributed in cropping fields by shifting kraals every three to four days across an entire planting area (Figure 3).