The right to food in South Africa: A consumer protection perspective
Journal: African Human Rights Law Journal
Year: 2025

The right to food is a recognised human right, particularly within socio-economic rights. In South Africa, this right is still evolving but has become increasingly significant as global hunger worsens. Importantly, the right to food means not the right to be given food, but the right to access safe, nutritious and affordable food, which is crucial for health and development. Malnutrition, especially in low and middle-income countries, affects both children and adults. It includes various forms o