Community Food Gardens Offer Stability as South African Families Face January Pressures

StartUp Magazine | 15.01.2026 17:30
Community Food Gardens Offer Stability as South African Families Face January Pressures. As the festive season draws to a close, many South African households enter the new year under financial strain. January brings school fees, uniforms, transport costs and tighter household budgets, creating pressure for families already managing limited resources. During this transition, community food gardens across the country continue to provide practical support by improving access to fresh food while strengthening local resilience.