A recently released report by the United Nations (UN) has sent shockwaves across the globe, highlighting that Africa is the region with the largest percentage of its population facing hunger. The State of Food and Nutrition Security in the World 2024 report reveals a concerning trend, with Africa expected to account for 53% of the…
Dylan Simpson's inspiring journey from intern to truck driver at FoodForward SA showcases the transformative power of skills training and youth empowerment.
In 2019, Simpson joined FoodForward SA as part of their inaugural supply chain internship program aimed at equipping unemployed youth with essential skills in warehousing, logistics, and stock management. This six-month program blends 70%…
According to the Global Report on Food crisis, 2023 saw over 282 million people in 59 countries and territories suffer acute food insecurity, a staggering number that represents a 24 million increase compared to the previous year.
Conflict, extreme weather events, and economic shocks are attributed as the main drivers behind acute hunger worldwide, which disproportionally…
Engen has pledged R4 million fuel to FoodForward SA to help power the delivery of nutritious food to vulnerable people across South Africa since 2020.
Over the past year alone, Engen fuel has powered FoodForward SA's delivery fleet 508,906.80 km in support of its food security programmes, including its Mobile Rural Depot (MRD)…
South Africa has returned to a national state of disaster, this time in response to the devastating floods in KwaZulu-Natal. Since the torrential rain began last week, more than 400 people have lost their lives, 63 more are missing and over 13 000 homes have been affected by the raging floods in KwaZulu-Natal. In an…
Engen has pledged another R1 million fuel to FoodForward SA, to help power the delivery of nutritious food to vulnerable people across South Africa World Food Day aims to raise global awareness and create action by highlighting the plight of vulnerable and impoverished communities who are in desperate need of food. "As a brand that…
Despite the easing of the lockdown restrictions, many South Africans remain in dire need of help. Ever mindful of its role as an agent of positive change, Engen continues to focus on supporting organisations assisting vulnerable communities. South Africa's favourite petrol station company* on Tuesday, 30 June announced another partnership with an organisation reaching out…