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Food poisoning results in illness and, in some cases, death. Among the causes is the underground economy of fake goods. Photo: File

Food poisoning: How an organisation is stepping In to protect people

Twenty-three children have died and nearly 900 people have fallen ill from food poisoning but the Bakery & Food Technology Incubator is fighting back by testing food and mentoring businesses

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Fifty-nine learners in Giyani were taken to hospital when they fell ill after eating food provided under their primary school’s nutrition programme as well as snacks. (Limpopo Health Department)

59 learners in Giyani taken to hospital after eating food at school

The pupils fell ill after consuming a meal provided under the school’s nutrition programme and snacks

  • Aarti Bhana
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