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Recommended article by Ravi Pillay. As I read this I reflected on who is supposed to be doing We cannot afford to perpetuate the cycle of outrage, investigation, and inaction; this only leads to more loss and deteriorating trust within communities. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s visit to Naledi is a step in the right direction, but it should be part of a comprehensive and sustained strategy to ensure compliance and build trust. something? Are they doing it? If not what MUST we all collectively DO? The time to point fingers may just land us in even bigger challenges or widespread cases. The recent visits to the affected areas by anyone did not really give great confidence that ANYTHING will change. As Mr. Pillay wisely puts it, “ We cannot afford to perpetuate the cycle of outrage, investigation, and inaction; this only leads to more loss and deteriorating trust within communities” Something has got to be done, WHO is to do it is my question, and what is that which needs to be done? I have a few thoughts, lets see what could be in the space Im afforded to play a role in. Deep in thought before I do yet another interview on a TV station. The time for that in my view is also reaching its sell by, if not its best before. Tangible, intentional and Impactful initiatives needed, beyond awareness and dialogues.
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The tragic deaths of six children in Naledi,’Soweto, have once again underscored the critical need for urgent action on food safety in South Africa. My latest Op-Ed, published in Daily Maverick this week, addresses the severe gaps in our food safety practices and calls for a multi-stakeholder approach to ensure such incidents never happen again. I believe that every child deserves safe and nutritious food, and it’s up to all of us—businesses, policymakers, academics, and civil society—to make this a reality. Let’s come together to drive systemic change, promote accountability, and ensure the safety of our communities. #FoodSafety #Leadership #DailyMaverick #SouthAfrica #PublicHealth Lucia Anelich PhD The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa (CGCSA) Nathan Mariemuthu Daily Maverick GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science) The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa Zinhle Tyikwe Matlou B. Setati (Tsebe) https://lnkd.in/dQ6deMhg
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2moMatlou B. Setati (Tsebe) This serves as an opportunity to run a campaign about food safety.