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Every year, more than 10 million tonnes of food is lost or wasted in South Africa before it reaches the plates of consumers. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)
COP30 BRAZIL 2025 PARIS AGREEMENT SOUTH AFRICA

10 million tonnes of food wasted a year – and SA’s draft climate plan ignores the issue

Tackling food waste can cut emissions and fight hunger, says FoodForward SA

  • Sheree Bega
3 min read