Latest News & Developments
BRICS+ is emerging as a global grain powerhouse, controlling over 50% of production and reshaping agricultural trade. With the 2024 launch of the BRICS+ Grain Exchange, the bloc is reducing reliance on Western markets, stabilisng prices, and enhancing food security. Much like OPEC with oil, BRICS+ could soon dictate global grain supply and pricing, redefining economic sovereignty.
RFG Holdings achieves a 2. 1% revenue increase to R3. 1 billion, overcoming domestic demand resilience and global setbacks
South African food retailers show varying performance as the sector faces changing market conditions. While Shoprite maintains strong growth and market leadership, competitors like Spar and AVI navigate challenges. This analysis explores the current state and future prospects of major food retail players in South Africa.
Food Lover's Market proudly announces the launch of the 2025 Seeds of Change Supplier Development Partnership, now in its fifth year of supporting and empowering small local businesses that drive real social change.
Two teenagers face arrest after a video of their 'urine terror' prank at a renowned Shanghai hotpot restaurant goes viral.
Meghan Markle's new Netflix show, 'With Love, Meghan', faces criticism from her estranged father raising questions about authenticity and relatability.
A beekeeper in Pakistan's Punjab province loads boxes filled with tens of thousands of bees onto the back of a truck. He will travel 500km in an desperate chase to find flowering plants, clean air and moderate temperatures for honey production as climate change and pollution threaten the industry.
Unregistered spaza shop owners from Naledi, Soweto have accused City of Joburg officials of soliciting bribes in exchange for tuck shop registration assistance, with foreign nationals allegedly receiving preferential treatment.
From missing 'buy one get one free' deals to vanishing Valentine's Day deliveries, customers share their mounting frustrations with Uber Eats' automated customer service system.
Discover how global economic shifts and environmental challenges are driving coffee prices up in South Africa, affecting millions of daily coffee drinkers.
The Oyster Box’s signature lamb curry showcases Durban’s deep culinary heritage, balancingtradition and modern techniques. Discover what makes this dish a must-have for both locals andvisitors.
A mother’s horrifying experience at McDonald's unfolded after she discovered a 'baby tooth' in her child's chicken nuggets.
The V&A Waterfront is searching for local food entrepreneurs to participate in the Makers Landing Food Incubator Programme in 2025.
A team of health inspectors led by the Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, inspected a Shoprite grocery store and a Supa Store outlet on Monday.
The alarming number of deaths caused by food poisoning in townships raises a pressing concern that demands immediate attention and action: What measures are being implemented to ensure equitable access to nutritious food products while promoting the optimal health and well-being of people living in these communities?
The Farmyard project was launched in May, by the then MEC, Mbali Hlophe, targeting youth and women with the intention of promoting healthy diets in townships, hostels and informal settlements.
Win a hamper of Think Flavour products.
A video on social media platform X shows angry community members forcing a food shop owner to eat allegedly worm-infested food that he was serving.
Following the deaths of 23 children dead from foodborne illness in Gauteng, premier Panyaza Lesufi has introduced new regulations and spaza shop re-registration to tackle toxic chemical contamination and ensure food safety.
Calls for urgent reforms in food safety inspections grow as spaza shops and vendors continue selling unsafe products, risking lives.
Thousands of children at school and workers at work pack their lunch boxes everyday with all sorts of wonderful sandwiches, from the fruity, to the sweet and savoury, and some, to the meaty type.
The girl’s uncle remains in a critical condition in hospital.
Jameson Stocks incredible culinary achievements is a testament to his inspirational life journey.
The party referenced the recent tragedy in Naledi, Soweto, where five children died after consuming snacks purchased from a foreign national's spaza shop.
The dining experience is further elevated by the eye-catching Origami ceiling installation in the Seasonal Room.