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 the support of generous donors and partners, FoodForward SA was
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 spirit, FoodForward SA is bringing people together a day early,
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, community-driven solution to food insecurity. At its core, the programme
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 to climb, driven in part by fuel increases and persistently
In the Nyara Villages of Mooiplaas in the Eastern Cape, Nyara Youth Development (NYD) is creating a safe, structured space where young people can learn, grow, and believe in their potential. Founded in 2021 by Robyn Mafanya, NYD responds to
Reflecting on this year’s Earth Day theme, “Our People, Our Planet”, we see foodbanking emerging as a critical dual impact solution to address both climate change and food insecurity. At FoodForward South Africa, recently nominated for the prestigious Earthshot Prize,
In early 2026, severe flooding across Limpopo and Mpumalanga left many communities displaced, isolated, and cut off from essential services. Families faced unsafe roads, damaged homes, and disrupted livelihoods, while informal settlements bore the brunt of the devastation. For those
For patients living with TB and HIV, access to nutritious food is just as critical as medicine. FoodForward SA’s support enables TB HIV Care to provide monthly nutritious food boxes to patients on treatment. This ensures people receive the nourishment
Real impact starts with deliberate investment in communities. This month, we shine a spotlight on Capital PropFund, also known as Fortress Real Estate Investments, for their growing commitment to strengthening food security through our Beneficiary Organisation network. What began with
