Experts have called for stronger collaboration between governments, regulators, researchers and the private sector to strengthen food safety systems across Africa, warning that coordinated action is essential to protect consumers, improve standards and build a more resilient food future.
Speaking at ScientiFRIKA 2026, Scholastica Bello, director, department of Planning, Research and Statistics (PRS), National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), emphasized the importance of collaboration in strengthening food safety systems across Africa.
“Food safety is a collective responsibility, and stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors are essential to improving standards, protecting consumers, and building a safer food future for all,” Bello said.
Eva Edwards, director of Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, NAFDAC, emphasised the importance of food safety education and stakeholder awareness in protecting public health and ensuring safer food systems.
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