SINGAPORE: The investigation into the mass food poisoning incident at the Singapore office of TikTok owner ByteDance has concluded, with catered food found to be the cause. The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said in a Facebook post on Friday (Nov 29) that the Jul 30 incident was “one of the more serious food poisoning cases … Read more
The Gauteng Department of Education has confirmed that yet another child has died due to suspected food poisoning. The Grade 2 learner from Thabisile Primary School in Diepkloof, Soweto, reportedly died on Friday, 22 November. ANOTHER LEARNER DIES DUE TO SUSPECTED FOOD POISONING According to the Gauteng Department of Education the learner allegedly fell ill … Read more
Giant retailer Woolworths says it is aware of the recent investigation by the South African Police Service (SAPS) after they discovered a counterfeit operation involving canned pilchards in Woolworths-branded cartons found in a facility in Gauteng. Earlier this week, Gauteng police raided premises in Daleside near Meyerton. They found printing equipment to alter expiration dates … Read more
The 10 November episode of Carte Blanche exposes a shocking public health crisis where a deadly chemical pesticide, banned for decades, has been freely sold in informal markets. This has resulted in the tragic poisoning of unsuspecting children, leaving communities devastated and demanding answers. The government, despite knowing of the dangers, has failed to take … Read more
THE PROBLEM OF BEING TOO BUSY One reason for skipping important aspects of hygiene could be caterers taking on more than they can chew, said Ms Low, who has more than 20 years of experience in the industry. “There are standard operating procedures to follow. But sometimes, when it comes to peak periods (and) last-minute … Read more
During the suspension period, Stamford Catering Services cleaned and sanitised their premises, including equipment and utensils, and disinfected food preparation surfaces, tables and floors, said SFA. Food handlers also re-attended and passed a course on food safety, while food hygiene officers re-attended and passed the WSQ conduct food & beverage hygiene audit course, it added. … Read more
Drawn by its affordable food, shopping and entertainment, many Hong Kong residents choose to spend their weekends in the neighbouring city of Shenzhen in China. Some venture to Guangzhou, another nearby city that has its share of Cantonese cuisine, pristine malls and cultural destinations. But further east in Guangdong province is a little-known city that … Read more
South Africa is grappling with a disturbing rise in food poisoning cases, with the latest incident occurring on Thursday morning. At Mshuluzane Mayisela Primary School in Zithobeni, near Bronkhorstspruit, 25 pupils were hospitalised after consuming snacks bought from street vendors outside the school. According to the Gauteng Department of Education, the children showed symptoms of … Read more
An urgent warning has been issued to anyone who stores hummus and other dips in their fridge after opening. Many people find themselves peeling back the thin layer of plastic, which many shops have switched to in lieu of a proper lid, and popping their dips back in the fridge once done. But before you … Read more
The Boar’s Head Virginia meat processing plant at the center of a deadly listeria outbreak will close “indefinitely” the company said on Friday. Boar’s Head will also stop making liverwurst – the product that tested positive for listeria – and from which nine people died and 57 were hospitalized after eating it this summer. “Our … Read more
