Hunger on campus: Confronting food insecurity at SA universities during Mandela Month - University of Pretoria

Hunger on campus: Confronting food insecurity at SA universities during Mandela Month - University of Pretoria

Contrary to the stereotype of universities as bastions of privilege, studies show a different – and often grim – reality for many South African students. At universities across the country, levels of food insecurity range from 11% to 38%, which means a significant portion of our future leaders are trying to study on an empty stomach, or are distracted from their books by worries over where their next meal will come from. Read more...