Food Gardens Connect expands in the Western Cape
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…
Mandela Day is almost here: What to expect at our Food Packing Events
The countdown is on! In just a few days, volunteers across Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban will come together to turn 67 minutes into meaningful action at FoodForward SA's Mandela…
More Than Food: Growing Hope Through Food Gardens Connect
We are proud that The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) has featured FoodForward SA and Food Gardens Connect in its global More Than Food storytelling series, which highlights how food banks…
The Countdown to Mandela Day 2026 Has Begun!
The countdown to FoodForward SA's Mandela Day Packing Events has officially begun, and tickets are now on sale at Webtickets. On Friday, 17 July 2026, volunteers across Cape Town, Johannesburg,…
Strengthening Food Banking Across Africa Through Shared Learning
FoodForward SA recently had the privilege of hosting the Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) Fellowship Exchange at our National Office in Cape Town, welcoming representatives from incubator food banks in Côte…
On the Ground After the Floods: Communities Supporting Communities
When severe flooding affected communities across the Western Cape, many families were left facing the difficult task of rebuilding their lives while also meeting their most basic daily needs. Through…
Save the Date: Mandela Day 2026 Packing Event
July is a powerful time in South Africa, as we honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela and the values he stood for: dignity, equality, and collective action. In true Madiba…
Food Gardens Connect Programme Expands in Cape Town
There’s real momentum building behind our Food Gardens Connect Programme, and this recent phase marks an exciting step forward. What started as a pilot is steadily growing into a practical,…
Winter is Here: Why Your Support Matters Now More Than Ever
Winter is settling in across South Africa, and with it comes a sharp rise in pressure on households already struggling to maintain food security. As the cost of living continues…