07/06/2026
As we mark the World Food Safety Day themed, "From Burden To Solution", we encourage each one of us to make food safety our priority. Food safety is not just for food businesses, it starts with all of us at home too.
There are about 200 different food-borne diseases and these have led to millions of individuals getting sick, thousands dying and children under 5 years are the most affected.
Practise these simple habits to help prevent food contamination and foodborne illnesses:
● Always check expiry and best before dates
● Avoid cross contamination
● Use clean utensils
● Store foods properly
● Practice good hygiene when handling food
● Buy from reliable and trusted sources
NB: Not all contaminated foods look, smell, or taste bad. Stay informed. Stay safe.
Food Safety is everyone's business!