South Africa is Clarifying Food Safety for Donations
Location: South Africa
Focus: Food Donation Policy
The Issue
South Africa lacks specific regulations or guidance regarding specific safety standards that apply to donated food.
FLPC Contribution
FLPC, in collaboration with our partners at FoodForward SA, is participating in a South African Bureau of Standards working group to develop and publish food safety standards for food donation.
Key Impact
Advocacy Capacity: Researched global best practices to help South Africa align with countries offering comprehensive food safety guidance for donations.
Policy Insight: Emphasized the benefits of articulating clear safety standards for food donation, clarifying rules for donation that may be distinct from food offered for sale.
Policy Change: South Africa is in the process of developing standards on food safety for donations to clarify safety requirements for donated food.
Why It Matters
The South African National Standard on food safety for donations will assist food donors, redistribution organizations, and charity organizations in keeping food safe throughout the donation process.
