Resilience Development Initiative (RDI)’s Post

Addressing #FoodSafetyChallenges in Africa's informal sector is crucial for improving public health, promoting sustainable urban growth, and ensuring #AfricaFoodSecurity. By adopting #InnovativeStrategies and learning from successful #UseCases, we can develop targeted interventions to tackle food safety risks in the informal sector. One example is the development of #ParticipatoryGuaranteeSystems, which involves collaboration between local communities, vendors, and authorities to enhance food safety practices and hygiene in wet markets. Such approaches not only address food safety challenges but also empower local actors to contribute to the improvement of their own #FoodSafetyAfrica. By investing in #FoodSafetyInnovations and fostering a culture of #Collaboration and #KnowledgeSharing, we can create a safer, healthier, and more resilient food system for Africa's growing population. FAO World Health Organization WHO AFRO Goodness Ogeyi Odey

#newresearch How can we improve measurement of food security among Indigenous peoples? Caroline Deen, Kamilaroi woman and research fellow, led an Editorial on food security measurement that was published in the 'Health Promotion Journal of Australia'. The authors highlight the inadequacy of current food security assessment frameworks used in research and policy that are largely informed by capitalist and colonial food system values. They call for Indigenous food security measurement tools that are culturally responsive, privileging Indigenous peoples' voices, their values and experiences. Read full Editorial here: https://lnkd.in/gGYxa4B7 Simone Sherriff Dr Alana Gall Beau Jayde Cubillo Lisa Te Morenga #foodsecurity #Indigenouspeoples

Happening Now: A policy dialogue on food safety powered by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH GFA Consulting Group GmbH and MAAIF Uganda. It is important to note that whatever is not safe is not food. Unsafe food comes with health risks. To minimize such risks, a move towards policy changes on food safety nationally and globally is paramount. #BoostingFFVExports #SafeFoodForAll

#SpazaShops on South Africa's Garden Route face increased inspections & closures during blitz operations by #GRDM EHPs. Efforts aim to ensure food safety and compliance with national health regulations. #FoodSafety #PublicHealth https://lnkd.in/dxVyvcnE

🌍🍽 Celebrating 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 ❗🍽🌍 🍅 This year’s theme "𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱" underlines the importance of being prepared for #FoodSafety incidents, no matter how mild or severe they can be. On this special day, we stand united in our mission to ensure safe, nutritious food for every table in Africa and beyond. 🔬 At FoodSafety4Africa, we're committed to fostering a future where food security and safety are paramount, empowering communities through knowledge and innovation. FS4Africa #HorizonEU project is revolutionising food safety in Africa's informal sector with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. By addressing critical challenges like mycotoxin contamination, pesticide residues, microbial threats, and food adulteration, we are building a safer, more resilient food system for all. 💻 On this occasion, we introduce the 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 developed by Ubuntoo: Your trusted resource for comprehensive insights, best practices, and up-to-date information about food safety and quality. Join here ➡ https://lnkd.in/d28v7Kbb and explore, learn, and elevate your standards with us! 🚜 🍴 From farm to fork, let's champion best practices, educate our communities, and advocate for robust food safety standards. Every meal we share is a step towards a healthier, more sustainable world. #WorldFoodSafetyDay #SustainableAfrica #OneHealth #FoodSafetyKnowledgePlatform

Spotlight on Best Practices for Sample Handling and Transport During the ongoing workshop on "Enhancing Biosecurity through Aflatoxin Detection and Management in Kenya" at the Great Rift Valley Lodge, Dr. Nyamongo Onkoba delivered an insightful presentation on "Best Practices for Safe and Secure Sample Handling and Transport to Reference Laboratories." Dr. Onkonkoba underscored the importance of precision and care in sampling to ensure accurate detection, effective management, and improved food safety outcomes. His presentation highlighted practical guidelines for handling and transporting samples securely to uphold the integrity of results and enhance biosecurity efforts. #BiosecurityEngagementProgram(BEP) #Biosecurity #AflatoxinManagement #FoodSafety #SampleHandling Nyamongo Onkoba, PhD Dr. Chepukosi Kennedy Nicholas M. Mwikwabe Patrick Okanya Romona Ndanyi Natalie Grande Brian Butaki Geofrey Jagero, (He/His/Him) Noel Odhiambo Health Security Partners

Every public systems strengthen ing on Food safety traces aids.......... Countries have varied presence of these. However some who lack even installing Radar based automatic Traffic fine system Illustration Data available from the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF), an online system that traces safety of food in the European Union member countries

Today, 7th June 2024, is World Food Safety Day. World Food Safety Day aims to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks, contributing to food security, human health, economic prosperity, agriculture, market access, tourism and sustainable development. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) jointly facilitate the observance of World Food Safety Day, in collaboration with Member States and other relevant organizations. This international day is an opportunity to strengthen efforts to ensure that the food we eat is safe, mainstream food safety in the public agenda and reduce the burden of foodborne diseases globally. #WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety #SafeFood

More than 600 million people fall ill and 420.000 die every year after eating contaminated food. These illnesses and these deaths are largely preventable if food safety is prioritized along the food chain, from the producer to the consumer. Denmark is known for high standards in #FoodSafety, enhancing confidence in exports from the Danish food cluster. To further improve national systems and share solutions that benefit other countries and markets, knowledge sharing is essential. The Danish food cluster continuously seeks new opportunities and global collaborations to make food safety better for everyone. In a world facing constant change and new challenges, the theme of #WorldFoodSafetyDay is 'prepare for the unexpected'. With a strong tradition for collaboration between companies, researchers, authorities, and organizations, Denmark can and will contribute to #GlobalFoodSafety. Learn more about the Danish food cluster’s approach to food quality and safety: https://shorturl.at/KWg3f   FAO World Health Organization #WorldFoodSafetyDay #GlobalFoodSafety #Collaboration #FoodNationDenmark

For those interested in participating in the 2nd World Congress of the Global Harmonization Initiative, below is the link: https://lnkd.in/eentZP5V Connecting Food Security, Safety, Health and Sustainability – Challenges Ahead