Day: October 9, 2025

Civil society is showing how small-scale farming can benefit poor communities

Household food insecurity is widespread in South Africa, and it is most harshly felt in rural areas. Nearly 19% of households have poor diets, and a further 23% are on the borderline. Cheap, ultra-processed foods may temporarily blunt hunger, but they lack the protein, vitamins, and minerals people need to maintain good health. To tackle […]