Government declares foodborne illnesses a national disaster

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Government declares foodborne illnesses a national disaster
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Close to 1,000 foodborne illnesses have been reported, most of which were reported in five provinces including Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.

The decision comes as nearly 1000 foodborne illnesses have been reported nationwide. Most cases were reported in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Free State, and Mpumalanga. As a result, over 25 children have died due to alleged food poisoning.On Thursday, 21 November, ministers leading the multidisciplinary teams in government responsible for the national response to foodborne illnesses held a media briefing to outline the government’s action plan to manage foodborne diseases.

Simelane said the classification encourages all organs of state, the private sector, and communities to improve their risk-avoidance practices by adhering to food safety legislation, standards, and procedures.about measures government will implement to address the spate of alleged food poisoning incidents that have also claimed the lives of children.

“Any shop that is not registered within 21 days and does not meet all health standards and requirements will be closed,” Ramaphosa said. One of the three Springboks shortlisted for the World Rugby Player of the Year award looks set to skip the glamorous prize-giving ceremony. CAF president Patrice Motsepe has expressed his sorrow at the shock news of the death of South African football legend, Lucas Moripe.

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