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If you knew what was inside your food, would you still choose it?

If you knew what was inside your food, would you still choose it?

Every day, millions of South Africans make decisions about what to feed themselves and their families. They compare prices, choose trusted brands, pack lunchboxes, prepare dinners and try to make the best choices they can.But

Farm-to-table gains ground as South Africa tackles food security and sustainability

Farm-to-table gains ground as South Africa tackles food security and sustainability

The term “farm-to-table” has become an integral part of the restaurant and lifestyle culture in South Africa. As more consumers become more health-conscious and sustainable, these beliefs and behavioural shifts influence their choices.According to a

The economic implications of the high rate of Stunting in Children on the economy of South Africa

The economic implications of the high rate of Stunting in Children on the economy of South Africa

Growth stunting in children is one of the most significant public health and development challenges facing South Africa. Affecting an estimated one in four children under five (UNICEF, WHO & World Bank Group, 2025), stunting

South Africa’s Growing Appetite for Online Food – and What It Means for Retailers

South Africa’s Growing Appetite for Online Food – and What It Means for Retailers

By James Noble, Sector Executive for Wholesale, Retail and Franchising at Absa Business BankingIf one were looking for an indicator of how much food buying has moved online in South Africa, they could look to

Big Food’s Marketing to Children Under Scrutiny as Calls for Clear Food Labels Grow

Big Food’s Marketing to Children Under Scrutiny as Calls for Clear Food Labels Grow

Image caption: Panel members from left to right.Crystal Orderson – Moderator and journalist.Yolanda Radu – Senior Researcher at the SAMRC Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science, PRICELESS SA.Alice Khan – Researcher at the School of Public Health,

HEALA Chew On This Episode 5: What is government doing with the Health Promotion Levy?

HEALA Chew On This Episode 5: What is government doing with the Health Promotion Levy?

The finale of the Chew on This series, titled ‘How Can the Health Promotion Levy Support and Expand Social Protection?’ is now available on Healthy Living Alliance’s (HEALA) YouTube channel.This discussion will be released ahead of South Africa’s

South Africa’s Online Grocery Sector: Trends, Challenges, and Yassir’s Innovative Approach

South Africa’s Online Grocery Sector: Trends, Challenges, and Yassir’s Innovative Approach

As South Africa undergoes a digital transformation, the online grocery delivery sector is experiencing revolutionary changes. The shift from in-person to online shopping is accelerating, particularly among middle-class to upper-class consumers, signalling a significant growth

The Clocktober Rush. Is it worth it?

The Clocktober Rush. Is it worth it?

What’s all the fuss about October in South Africa? Everyone is run off their feet, sweating the small stuff, breathing heavily, jumping hula hoops. Somehow October seems to be the ‘red flag’ of months, where stress

HEALA Chew On This Episode 4: Is the Sugar Industry Lying to Us?

HEALA Chew On This Episode 4: Is the Sugar Industry Lying to Us?

The fourth episode of the Healthy Living Alliance’s (HEALA) thought-provoking web series, Chew on This, is now available. Titled "Is the Sugar Industry Lying to Us?", this episode critically examines the Health Promotion Levy (HPL) on sugary

HEALA Chew On This Episode 3: How is Big Food Stalking Our Children?

HEALA Chew On This Episode 3: How is Big Food Stalking Our Children?

Third episode of web series, Chew on This, looks into aggressive food marketing targeting children and calls on viewers to sign petition."My name is Vuyiseka Mangele and I'm the mother of Mihlayonke. At just five