South Africa’s critical need for economic growth and job creation in order to reduce food insecurity has been highlighted by FairPlay.

In an article in Business Report, FairPlay founder Francois Baird said South Africa’s food security was getting worse, because millions of poor people could not afford food that was available. The government spent billions to try to stop hunger levels rising, but without success.

Global poultry vets are calling on governments to act on bird flu vaccination. Modern vaccination programmes have proven highly effective, yet many countries still rely on outdated culling methods. South Africa’s poultry industry remains at risk, and urgent action is needed to protect flocks, livelihoods, and national food security.