A sugary drinks tax + subsidies could lead to healthier choices. This shift towards healthier choices is a win for public health, thanks to initiatives like the HPL and soon the addition of FOPWL! 🍏💧 bit.ly/49rYduu

Public health is inherently political. Remember the AIDS denialism era? Civil society fought hard for change. As we head into elections, which parties will prioritize initiatives like the HPL and FOPWL? Let's make public health a top priority. 🗳️ #HealthPolitics #ElectionFocus

🌟 Calling All NGOs and Non-Profit Organizations! 🌟

Join us for an enriching webinar titled 'Developing Your NGO's Brand Identity,' presented in partnership with the Healthy Caribbean Coalition and featuring guest speakers from the Global Health Advocacy Incubator, Let's Unpack…

Research suggests that implementing school nutrition policies can make a real difference in childhood obesity. Initiatives like the FOPWL make healthy choices easier for our kids and help fight childhood obesity! 🥦💪 #HealthyEating #NutritionPolicy #ChildhoodObesity

Dear National Department of Health, governments around the world are seeing the value of front-of-pack warning labels on unhealthy food. It's time for South Africa to ratify this life saving intervention. #DelaysMeanDeath

Think sugary drinks are harmless? They're linked to obesity and a range of health issues like diabetes and heart disease. The Health Promotion Levy (HPL) is our tool for change. Let's aim for a 20% increase and prioritize health. #DelaysMeanDeath #HPL #SugaryDrinks

FOPWL are crucial in fighting false health claims made by the industry. Making sure that nutritional information is easily accessible and comprehensible, FOPWL prioritizes consumer safety.

Zukiswa Zimela, Communications Manager at the Healthy Living Alliance, underscores the necessity of regulating the food environment to address South Africa's obesity crisis. Let's advocate for policies that promote healthier eating habits! bit.ly/43wWjqQ

PETRONELL KRUGER | Government must take steps to end hunger in SA: However, we see a dangerous dualism in SA: while eight million children go hungry every day and a quarter of all children are stunted, we also see that one in eight children is overweight. dlvr.it/T53Th8

📢 Alert: High obesity rates are a pressing issue in South Africa, especially among women and children. This fuels noncommunicable diseases, a top 10 cause of death. We must prioritize government interventions like the HPL #DelaysMeanDeath #HealthForAll #HPL

🚨 Alert: Excessive sugary drink consumption can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers. The HPL tackles this issue, aiming to reduce consumption and ease the strain on the health system while generating revenue. #DelaysMeanDeath #HPL

Amidst our extended weekends, let's indulge in the magic of home-cooked meals. They're not just dishes; they embody family unity, meaning, and heritage. Let's embrace these valuable moments together. Bonus: they're wallet-friendly and nourishing too! bit.ly/4agYBgh

Cartoon characters & trinkets may lure young consumers into unhealthy choices. Let's advocate for Front-of-Package Warning Labels (FOPWL) for healthier lives. 💪🍏 #HealthyChoices #ProtectOurKids #HealthierLives

Let's not forget the joy of homemade meals and preserving recipes. Let's prioritise nourishment and well-being over convenience. Front-of-Pack Warning Labels stand as a beacon for informed decision-making, crucial for our health and the well-being of our loved ones. #FOPWL

We are thrilled to be part of the National Planning Commission's VIRTUAL COMMERCIAL DETERMINANTS OF NCDS ROUNDTABLE! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Let's delve into the factors shaping non-communicable diseases. #NCDs #DelaysMeanDeath

Red flag: The same folks who drafted the sugar industry rescue plan are now calling the shots – no civil society input. Conflict of interest allegations swirl, accusing them of misleading the government and painting a grim picture of the HPL effectiveness. bit.ly/499WaL6

There is a lot of sugary foods that claim they give consumers energy – but they never talk about what are the health implications associated to these products, what are your thoughts on these brands withholding information about health implications, do you think its ethical they…

South Africa faces a growing threat from NCDs. Yet, the government missed R15 billion in revenue by not increasing the Health Promotion Levy (HPL) to 20%. Help us enact change by signing our petition to raise child support grants through the HPL: bit.ly/3HYvQbR #HPL