Uniondale hosts early World Food Day celebration
In the photo above Dr Ivan Meyer, Minister of Agriculture, Apostle Abe De Celly (a beneficiary on the day), Cllr Melvin Roelfse, MMC of Community Development, Executive Mayor of George, Ald Jackie von Brandis, Cllr Marchell Kleynhans, MMC of Environmental Services, Mayor Andrew Stroebel from Garden Route District Municipality, Dr Mogale Sebopetsa, Head of the Department of Agriculture and Julian Williams from South African Breweries stand with the food that were being handed to beneficiaries on the day.
Uniondale buzzed with activity on Friday as the Department of Agriculture hosted an early celebration of World Food Day, on the rugby field, officially recognised on October 16. The event highlighted George Municipality’s efforts to combat hunger and improve access to nutrition for vulnerable residents.
During her address, Mayor of George, Jackie von Brandis emphasised the operation of 117 nutritional centres, including six in Uniondale, as well as community food gardens aimed at sustainable food sources. Minister Ivan Meyer was thanked for his contributions to agriculture, tourism, and economic development.
Plans for a pilot project to establish community food gardens in areas affected by illegal dumping were also announced, showcasing proactive efforts to address local challenges. They handed over food parcels to Early Childhood Develolpment centres, nutritional centres and churches. The event highlighted George Municipality’s efforts to combat hunger and improve access to nutrition for vulnerable residents.
During her address, Mayor of George, Jackie von Brandis emphasised the operation of 117 nutritional centres, including six in Uniondale, as well as community food gardens aimed at sustainable food sources. Minister Ivan Meyer was thanked for his contributions to agriculture, tourism, and economic development.
Plans for a pilot project to establish community food gardens in areas affected by illegal dumping were also announced, showcasing proactive efforts to address local challenges. They handed over food parcels to Early Childhood Develolpment centres, nutritional centres and churches.
Photos:
Cllr Jarques Esau, Ward Councillor of Uniondale plants a tree at Mina Moo creche in Uniondale who was a beneficiary where they also have their vegetable garden.
Children from Mina Moo creche waters the tree that was planted at the creche. From left are Calem-Grace Blaauw and next to her is Riley van Rooyen. At the back looking on is Shakee nah Malambo (in pink). In the background you can see part of the vegetable garden.