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Adopting sustainable solutions that save lives and reduce waste Informal trade networks such as spazas and dukas, responsible for over 70% of staple food sales in Southern Africa, are the lifeline for millions of families. Yet, these markets are plagued by an alarming 20% food waste rate due to poor supply chains and damaged packaging. […]
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Continent-wide consultation to begin over new draft guidance designed to address the unique challenges of African food markets, which rely heavily on the informal sector. New guidelines to support African governments to improve food safety across the continent’s vast informal food sector are set to be developed for the first time. The African Union (AU) […]
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