The South African government declared a national disaster towards the end of 2024 in response to an outbreak of food-borne illnesses. The outbreak had led to the tragic deaths of more than 20 children ...

The African heritage diet is a diverse, regionally rooted pattern centered on fiber-rich traditional foods, fermented ...

Comprehensive documentation requirements aim to strengthen food safety while raising the regulatory burden on global ...

South African researchers have recommended the creation of a single food safety authority to tackle food fraud and boost consumer health protection. They said a centralized national food control ...

South Africa, the only African country that is a member of the G20, holds the presidency of the grouping until the end of November 2025. During this time, it could help drive the African continent’s ...

A South African businessman shares a heartbreaking video revealing spoiled food due to low patronage amid growing xenophobia and the 'foreigner must go' campaign.

A recently created African food safety authority is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2026. The Africa Food Safety Agency (AfFSA) will be part of the African Union (AU), tasked with ...

African indigenous food groups present an exciting area to explore when it comes to taste and nutrition. They may even offer potential as nutritional therapy for people with health problems. Foods ...

JOHANNESBURG, March 3 (Reuters) - South African food producer RCL Foods (RCLJ.J), opens new tab reported a 38.8% rise in half-year earnings on Monday and declared its first interim dividend in two ...

Fermentation is a process where microorganisms like bacteria and yeast work together to break down complex carbohydrates and protein into simpler, more digestible forms. The fermentation process not ...