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House of Natural Butters has been fined R500,000 for supplying peanut butter containing aflatoxin, a dangerous substance that can cause cancer.
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Godongwana adds new items to the zero-rated food basket
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Tiger Brands expected to fork out millions over 2017 listeriosis outbreak
Tiger Brands has agreed to interim payments for victims of the 2017 listeriosis outbreak, despite the class action lawsuit still being unresolved.
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KZN announces bold interventions to tackle food poisoning, spaza shop safety
Recent food poisoning incidents have highlighted systemic challenges in the informal food sector, where regulation and enforcement have been uneven.
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Operation Dudula disrupts spaza shop blitz in Soweto [video]
One Dudula member voiced frustration, saying, “We are gatvol. But our president decides to prioritise them over us.”
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Government to launch public education campaign on food safety
Testing confirmed that Terbufos was present in samples taken from spaza shops and in food packaging linked to the deaths of six children in Naledi, Soweto.
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Mfuleni butchery found selling sausage mixed with dog meat
Authorities in Cape Town uncovered an unlicensed butchery in Mfuleni allegedly using dog meat in sausage production.
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Woolworths Food dragged into fake Lucky Star fish scandal
Woolworths Food faces scrutiny after counterfeit Lucky Star fish cans were found stored in its branded boxes.
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Gauteng Health MEC laments poor Ekurhuleni spaza food safety standards
Some of the things confiscated at one of the shops illegally occupying municipal land in Alra Park include spices and snacks and expired sour milk and meat.
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Roman’s Pizza clears the air about Mayfield Square scandal
Roman’s Pizza faces a public backlash after a video showed employees allegedly reusing pizza boxes at the Mayfield Square branch.
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South Africa’s food and beverage sector sees notable growth in February 2024
The food and beverage industry in South Africa experienced notable growth in February 2024, with substantial contributions from catering services
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Good Friday recipe: Herb-crusted salmon with roasted vegetables
By incorporating delicious and nutritious ingredients like fresh herbs, salmon, and roasted vegetables, it is possible to create a satisfying meal that honours the solemnity of Good Friday while still being enjoyable.
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Peanut butter recall: House of Natural Butters ordered to remove products from shelf
The peanut butter recall was triggered by the discovery of aflatoxin levels surpassing the legally permissible limits.
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Exploring landmark innovations and benefits of plant-based seafood
Discover the exciting innovations and undeniable benefits of plant-based seafood. From sustainability to health perks, find out why this food trend is more than just a flash in the pan.
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Bolt Food to cease operations in South Africa and Nigeria
Bolt Food, amidst a strategic realignment by parent company Bolt, will cease operations in South Africa and Nigeria by December 2023.
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Chicken Recipes: Savour the flavour with our Top 10 mouth-watering options
Indulge your taste buds with these top 10 chicken recipes. From grilled to sautéed, these dishes offer something for everyone's palate.
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Mystery Soweto food poisoning outbreak claims two more lives
This tragedy follows a similar incident days earlier, where two four-year-old children in Soweto died, reportedly after eating biscuits from a foreign-owned spaza shop.
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Drop in demand forced Nestle to discontinue Nesquik in South Africa
Effective from 21 August 2023, Nestlé ceased the production of these Nesquik flavours.
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Five Quick and Healthy Easy Recipes for Busy Days
These easy recipes are not only simple to prepare but also packed with nutrients to keep you energised and feeling great.
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Falafel recipe: The best plant-based protein dish for your heart health
Packed with plant-based protein, fibre, and a variety of nutrients, falafel has gained popularity worldwide for its role in promoting overall well-being, including heart health.
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Improve your heart health with this easy-to-make beetroot, feta and rocket salad
The beetroot, feta, and rocket salad is a nutrition-packed dish that offers an array of health benefits, particularly for heart health.
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Profit versus health: Four ways big global industries make people sick
These four industries account for at least one-third of global preventable deaths.
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The world is hooked on junk food: Here’s how big companies pull it off
This rise in advertising has contributed to a growing global obesity crisis as well as nutrition deficiencies as more and more people opt to eat unhealthy food.
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Ramadan: A dietitian offers tips for healthy fasting
Registered dietitian, Dr Nazeeia Sayed, spoke to Faaizah Laher, a spokesperson for the Association for Dietetics in South Africa, about the healthiest approach to Ramadan fasting.
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South Africa is exporting more food – But it needs to find new growth frontiers
The major export crops continued to be maize, wine, grapes, citrus, berries, nuts, apples and pears, sugar, avocados, and wool.
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Kwa Mai Mai eatery courts backlash for serving food on furniture
Kwa Mai Mai caught flak over its serving traditions but loyalists of the oldest market in Joburg were having none of it.
