Metagenomic evaluation of food hygiene practices in the National School Nutrition Programme in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Metagenomic evaluation of food hygiene practices in the National School Nutrition Programme in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Background: The National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) provides meals to schools in low-income areas in South Africa, implemented by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) with food safety monitored by Municipal Health Services. Aim: To assess compliance of school kitchens with general hygiene...

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Main Authors:	Sithembile S. Madlala, Nokuthula Mchunu, Monica Dalasile, Rian Pierneef, Poovendhree Reddy
Format:	Article
Language:	Afrikaans
Published:	AOSIS 2025-06-01
Series:	Health SA Gesondheid: Journal of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Subjects:	amplified metagenomics food contact surfaces food contamination food handlers food hygiene national school nutrition programme
Online Access:	https://hsag.co.za/index.php/hsag/article/view/2814
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