FACT Dialogues Digest 2024

This report highlights the FACT Community Dialogues, which engage local communities in discussions about their right to food post-COVID-19. By unpacking constitutional rights and fostering collaborative dialogue, the dialogues aim to empower community members to actively participate in food governance. The report documents various community kitchens' roles in alleviating food insecurity and promoting social cohesion. It emphasizes the need for mutual accountability between citizens and the state, urging communities to reclaim their agency in food systems. Through these dialogues, FACT seeks to uncover challenges and opportunities, ultimately advocating for democratic, localized food systems that ensure access to nutritious food for all, while addressing the socio-economic inequalities that persist in South Africa.