Sep 13, 2023 | Food Safety Africa Magazine

Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance President Gerry A. Fernandez announces retirement, leaves legacy of diversity, inclusion

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

U.S – In a significant milestone for the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA), President and Founder Gerry A. Fernandez has announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2023, culminating a remarkable career spanning nearly 50 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Following his retirement, Fernandez will continue to support MFHA in an advisory capacity, ensuring a smooth transition and…

Ghana enhances Salmonella serotyping expertise with UK training strengthening One Health

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

GHANA — In a significant stride toward advancing both human and animal health, four experts from Ghana’s National Food Safety Laboratory (NFSL) have completed intensive training in Salmonella serotyping in the United Kingdom. This transformative endeavor, facilitated by the Animal Health System Strengthening project, underscores the interconnection of human and animal well-being, aligning with the One Health Agenda. The distinguished…

Steve Tienvieri brings over two decades of experience to elevate food safety at Hydrite

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

U.S – Hydrite, a venerable and family-owned chemical manufacturing and service provider established in 1929, is reinforcing its commitment to food safety by announcing the appointment of Steve Tienvieri as Senior Lead Microbiologist. With a wealth of experience spanning over 26 years in food microbiology and food manufacturing, Tienvieri is poised to play a pivotal role in enhancing food safety…

Stakeholders urged to align with NAFDAC’s guidelines to prevent losses in Nigeria’s export trade

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

NIGERIA – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a rallying call to various trade groups involved in Nigeria’s export business, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to halt the alarming rate of food export rejections by European and American markets. NAFDAC has stressed that a unified approach is essential, one that involves aligning…

USDA, global organizations join forces to safeguard plant, animal health in Africa

Sep 13, 2023Sep 13, 2023

AFRICA – At the recent Africa Food Systems Forum held in Tanzania, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled visionary collaborations aimed at fortifying plant and animal health across the African continent. These transformative partnerships promise to usher in a new era of agricultural sustainability and food security, with far-reaching implications for Africa’s future. Jenny Lester Moffitt, Under Secretary for…