HEALA

The HEALA coalition advocates for equitable access to affordable and nutritious food for all in South Africa.

[HEALA @heala_SA]

The sugar industry claims an increase in the Health Promotion Levy (HPL) would cost jobs. But is that the full story? 🧐 Join us at 3 PM for #ChewOnThis to uncover how raising the HPL to 20% could protect our children’s health. 🍎💪 watch here: https://t.co/sLddv2WHZx #Heala

[HEALA @heala_SA]

Today, the Health Promotion Levy (#HPL) raises ~R2.5bn yearly, while NCDs claim around 225 lives daily.

With support from @AllianceHPSR,@RHAPnews and @WitsPricelessSA, lead research and listening sessions at the @HTANews25 convened engagement today.

People over profits.

[HEALA @heala_SA]

THREE YEARS. STILL WAITING.

We're joined by Paul Mason of @AmandlaMobi for the latest #ExpertVoices, discussing the three-year wait for Front-of-Pack Warning Labels. Just 30 days until 10 December. No more delays. Minister, APPROVE FoPL!

🎥 https://t.co/02kVWgTYrb

#ApproveFoPL

[HEALA @heala_SA]

@HTANews25 Great to see the @HTANews25's new digital home! A strong platform to showcase the work driving healthier food environments, advance health taxes and build momentum for policies that put public health first. Explore the new website! 👏

[HEALA @heala_SA]

@IILAinfo @KenyaNCCK @KELINKenya @IncubatorGHAI @Consumers_Kenya @ncdalliance @NCDAllianceKe @MOH_Kenya @StateHouseKenya @KEBS_ke Powerful work! Faith leaders play an important role in bringing public health issues into community conversations. Front-of-Pack Warning Labels (FOPL) are a vital tool in helping people make informed food choices and protecting future generations!

[HEALA @heala_SA]

Human rights activist at @TAC, Bobby Mohanoe, joins HEALA’s Expert Voices to discuss healthcare accountability, people's rights and the importance of stronger food policies.

34 days left. Approve R3337 by 10 Dec, 2026.

Watch: https://t.co/3Jrz84iA4u

[HEALA @heala_SA]

What does the evidence say about FOPL?

Yolanda Radu, Senior Researcher at @WitsPricelessSA, unpacks why Front-of-Pack Warning Labels matter for public health.

34 days left to call on Minister Motsoaledi to approve R3337 by 10 December 2026!

Watch: https://t.co/3Jrz84iA4u

[HEALA @heala_SA]

116 countries tax sugary drinks. Yet the recent Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) made no mention of strengthening South Africa's HPL. Once again, no progress.

Strengthen the levy towards 20%. Put public health first.

More: https://t.co/ryOHqzEHJZ

#StrengthenTheHPL

[HEALA @heala_SA]

You're already reaching for products on supermarket shelves. Wouldn't it be helpful to know at first glance if they're high in sugar, salt or saturated fat?

38 DAYS LEFT. The minister must approve R3337!

Clear labels. Informed choices.

Add your voice: https://t.co/qc5ZSorIeb

[HEALA @heala_SA]

🚨 EXPERT VOICES | EP. 4

Why are South Africans STILL waiting for food warning labels?

Human rights activist Mark Heywood unpacks the regulatory process and years of delays.

⏳ Public health cannot wait!

🎥 Watch now.

#90DaysToProtectOurHealth #HEALA

[HEALA @heala_SA]

2014: Traffic-light labels proposed 🚦
2021: Shift towards warning labels ⚠️
2023: Draft R3337 published 📢
2026: STILL a draft! ⏳

Why the delay?

🎥 Watch our video explainer.

42 days until 10 December. Finalise R3337!

#90DaysToProtectOurHealth #FOPWL

[HEALA @heala_SA]

🌱 Every child deserves a healthy start!

HEALA proudly supports @growgreatza 2026 First 1000 Days Summit, bringing partners together to turn evidence into action and halve childhood stunting in South Africa. 💚

https://t.co/XkpdQJcmrw

#First1000Days #GrowGreat #FoodJusticeNow

[HEALA @heala_SA]

🏢❤️ Calling Jozi workplaces!

Based in the inner city, Soweto or Roodepoort with 7–10+ employees?

Join the @ezintsha #HealthyJozi Study for FREE on-site HIV, diabetes & hypertension screenings.

📩 [email protected]

#WorkplaceWellness #HEALA

[HEALA @heala_SA]

4 sectors. 1 table. Who gets a say? 🤔

Yesterday, our CEO explained @NEDLAC_SA. Today, we're breaking it down visually!

🎥 Watch how government, business, labour and communities fit into the process.

⏳ 44 days until 10 December!

#ApproveFoPL #FoodJusticeNow

[HEALA @heala_SA]

⏳ DAY 45/90: We're halfway!

What is @NEDLAC_SA, and why does it matter for food warning labels?

🎥 HEALA CEO Nzama Mbalati explains in our latest Expert Voices episode.

45 days left to approve R3337!

✍️ Sign: https://t.co/qc5ZSorIeb

#ApproveFoPL

[HEALA @heala_SA]

“We are witnessing way more complications than we, the system, can effectively handle,” says Dr Lungile Hobe. Complicated diabetes means costly specialist care, hospital admissions and pressure on healthcare resources.

🔗 : https://t.co/ryOHqzEHJZ

#IncreaseTheHPL

[HEALA @heala_SA]

@jusspmajola Here you go: https://t.co/qc5ZSorIeb

[HEALA @heala_SA]

Approve draft regulation R3337. South Africa has waited long enough. Add your voice.

Sign the petition by 10 December.

[Health Tax Alliance @HTANews25]

The burden of preventable disease continues to grow, disproportionately affecting those in under-resourced and rural communities. A reactive system is no longer enough, we need one that actively reduces risk, strengthens primary care, and prioritises long-term public health outcomes.

#Health taxes are not just fiscal tools, they are evidence-based interventions that can reduce harmful consumption while generating revenue to reinvest in the health system.

At the same time, strengthening district health services ensures that care is accessible, continuous, and responsive to the realities on the ground.

Read more: https://t.co/2BCWe2Fw5M…

@heala_SA @Saapa7 @POHF_SA @RHAPnews @TaxJusticeAfric @UCTHealthSci @TobaccoFreeKids @HealthZA @Tobaccoecon @HealtheNews @SECTION27news @MRCza @ProtectOurNext

[TAWLA @TawlaTZ]

Tunapopigania afya bora, ni muhimu tuwe na viwango vya lazima vya alama za lishe zilizopo katika lugha rahisi kwa walaji kuelewa.

Hii itasaidia kulinda watumiaji/walaji dhidi ya matumizi ya bidhaa zenye viwango vya juu vya sikari, chumvi na mafuta.

Ni wakati sasa kwa @TBS_Tanzania kupitisha kanuni ya ulazima wa Nembo za Lishe Mbele ya Vifungashio (FOPL) kwenye chakula kilichofungashwa.

#ActOnNCDs
#FOPL
#HakiHainaJinsia

[HEALA @heala_SA]

Dear Minister, as you deliver the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, put people's health first.

Increasing the HPL to 20% could avert 26,000 deaths and save almost R24bn in healthcare costs over 20 years.

Learn more: https://t.co/ryOHqzEHJZ

#IncreaseTheHPL

[HEALA @heala_SA]

What would front-of-pack warning labels mean for South Africans? 🇿🇦

In our #ExpertVoices video, Dr Tamryn Frank @UWConline breaks down proposed #R3337.

We’ve waited since 2023. We’re calling for approval by 10 Dec 2026.

✍️ https://t.co/vLLU05oPau