COJ’s MMC of Health and Social Development commemorates the World Food Day in Diepsloot

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 By: Simon Majadibodu

City of Johannesburg’s MMC of Health and Social Development Ennie Makhafola addresses the residents of Diepsloot on World Food Day. Photo: X / @ennie_makhafola


City of Johannesburg’s Member of the Mayoral Committee for Health and Social Development Ennie Makhafola leds the World Food Day celebration in Northern Farm, Diepsloot.

Mkhafola was joined by Region A Director Abigail Ndlovu and members of the Food Resilience Unit from the City’s Department of Social Development to commemorate the day, on October 16.

The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, farmers, small businesses, agro-processors, and the local community members, creating a vibrant gathering under the theme “Water is life, water is food. Leave no one behind.”

During her address, Makhafola highlighted the City’s awareness of the challenges faced by its citizens, particularly in early child development and old age care. 



Ennie Makhafola the MMC of Health and Social Development at City of Johannesburg commemorates World Food Day in Northern Farm, Diepsloot. Photo: X / @ennie_makhafola


Makhafola encouraged residents to plant in their backyards to combat hunger and poverty. 

“The city was ready to assist in various forms to support this effort,” said said.

She also urged community members to make use of illegal dumping sites to start gardening.

Click here to see the video: https://x.com/ennie_makhafola/status/1713994689613857107?s=46


Community members of Diepsloot attends the World Food Day event in Northern Farm. Photo: X / @ennie_makhafola


Community members were taught about the importance of food safety and the role they could play in ensuring access to safe and nutritious food.

Matome Makgoba, the Executive Head for Social Development, emphasized that World Food Day aligns with sustainable development goals to create a world free of poverty and encourages residents to engage in self-farming to achieve this objective.

“This event serves as a powerful reminder of our commitment to addressing food insecurity, poverty, and social well-being in Johannesburg. It is an opportunity for us to show our dedication to improving the lives of the citizens and creating a more sustainable,” said Makgoba.


Disadvantaged community members receives food packages. Photo: X / @ennie_makhafola


More than 600 attendees were also given the opportunity to participate in a raffle and then awarded a garden box to kick start their own farming journey.

The City’s Food Resilience Unit, SA Harvest, and the Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation handed out food to those in need, this was done to combat hunger.

A pic mix of local residents showcasing the veggies they have grown from their gardens. Photo: X / @ennie_Makhafola


There, emerging entrepreneurs were allowed to showcase a range of products and services they provide.


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