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
Every year in South Africa, over 10 million tons of mostly edible food is lost or wasted. Not because it’s unsafe, but because of overproduction, manufacturing errors, and strict retail specifications. This is surplus food – safe, nutritious, within date,
We are excited to announce that FoodForward SA (FFSA) has been nominated as a potential candidate for the 2026 Earthshot Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious environmental awards. This nomination recognises the climate-positive impact of our surplus food recovery
At the heart of healthy communities are healthy mothers and children. The first 1,000 days of a child’s life, from conception to age two, are critical for growth and development. Recognising this, the President’s recent State of the Nation Address
President Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) was broadly well-received, offering welcome assurances to civil society, business, and international investors alike. Politically, he appears well-positioned, with growing confidence in the direction of the country. The economy is showing
Woolworths has launched MyDifference, combining the best of MySchool, MyVillage, MyPlanet, and WRewards. Now you can Get Back & Give Back while shopping: Why support FoodForward SA? FoodForward SA is South Africa’s largest food distribution organisation, distributing food across all
At FoodForward SA, we believe that access to fresh, nutritious food goes hand in hand with empowering people to create sustainable livelihoods. Our Food Gardens Connect (FGC) programme does exactly that. By upskilling unemployed community members to grow their own
Employee volunteering in South Africa has moved beyond once-off initiatives. More companies are building structured Employee Volunteering Programmes (EVPs) that deliver real value for employees, communities, and the business itself. FoodForward SA offers practical, high-impact corporate volunteering options that make
Do you plan to claim tax deductions for the current tax year? Any individual or company that makes a bona fide donation to a registered Public Benefit Organisation can qualify for a tax deduction, provided the PBO is authorised to
