The outbreak of COVID-19 and measures announced to contain its spread has impacted all of us in
almost every way imaginable. The outbreak is considered a “black swan” phenomenon: entirely
unexpected, and completely unpredictable.
There is increasing concern whether there will be sufficient food supplies at affordable prices
for Southern Africa during and following the containment period.
In this regard, BFAP will
provide continuous updates of the direct and indirect impacts on South Africa’s food system.
In this report we consider food price trends apparent as the country moved from Level 4
to Level 3 lockdowns.
We also note the release of the NIDS-CRAM data which points to an
increase in food affordability constraints and increased hunger.
Published 2 weeks ago
This brief considers the current level of maize exports and the current locust
infestation in East Africa.
The latter situation is expected to provide additional
export space.
Published 2 weeks ago
This brief considers the initial effects of COVID-19 restrictions on food affordability and expenditure patterns in South Africa.
Published 1 month ago
This brief considers food price trends and expenditure patterns of consumers as COVID-19 lockdown eased from Level 4 to Level 3 in May 2020.
Published 1 month ago
Source: Esri COVID-19 Overview