We are honoured to be named a finalist in the 2026 Eco-Logic Awards in the Circular Economy & Waste Innovation category, recognising FoodForward SA’s work to address food loss and waste at scale across South Africa. The recognition highlights the
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste | 29 September South Africa has no shortage of food. Yet millions of people experience food insecurity while significant quantities of safe, edible food are lost or wasted across the food
For the past eight years, Woolworths has been one of FoodForward SA’s most valued and longstanding partners, demonstrating how sustained collaboration can help address food insecurity in South Africa. At a time when millions of South Africans struggle to access
The first 1,000 days of a child’s life, from conception to their second birthday, are critical for healthy growth and development. Good nutrition during this period lays the foundation for lifelong health, learning and wellbeing. Through FoodForward SA’s Mother and
Reducing food loss and waste is gaining recognition as one of the most effective solutions to address both climate change and food insecurity. During London Climate Action Week earlier this year, a coalition of leading international organisations called on the
What Happens When 5,200 People Give Just 67 Minutes? Something extraordinary! This Mandela Day, more than 5,200 volunteers came together in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban with one shared purpose: to help ensure that quality food reaches South Africans who
At FoodForward SA, we value partnerships that create lasting impact. Through its Uplift employee volunteer programme, Capitec regularly mobilises staff to support our warehouses and Mandela Day initiatives, while also investing in programmes that strengthen communities where they are needed
The Western Cape’s 100% Organic Waste to Landfill Ban, which comes into effect in 2027, is compelling farmers, food manufacturers, retailers, and other food businesses to fundamentally rethink how they manage surplus food – or what the industry erroneously calls
FoodForward SA is pleased to welcome the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) as a new partner supporting the expansion of our Food Gardens Connect programme in the Western Cape. Through PIC’s support, the programme is expanding to 10 community food gardens
