Read the extract below on food security in South African urban areas and answer the questions that follow.
South Africa's population is already more than 60% urbanised. Whereas food poverty has historically been associated with rural communities, this is no longer the case. With sustained urbanisation, the locus of poverty is now shifting from rural to urban areas in the country. In addition, the recent sharp rise in food prices, coupled with an economic downturn, all suggest that poor urban households are experiencing a widening food gap. However, there is little empirical evidence that quantifies the prevalence of food insecurity.
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1.1. Define the term food insecurity (1x2) (2)
1.2. According to the extract, what has contributed to food insecurity in South African urban areas? (2×1) (2)
1.3. Why is it important to improve food security in a country? (1x2) (2)
1.4. Why are people living in urban settlements more likely to have higher levels of food security than those living in rural areas? (2x2) (4)
1.5. In a paragraph of approximately eight lines, outline strategies that must be implemented to improve food security in South Africa. (4x2) (8)
Answer (2)
Food insecurity in South Africa involves a lack of consistent access to nutritious food, influenced by urbanization and rising food prices. Improving food security is vital for health and the economy, with urban areas often providing better food access than rural areas. Strategies to enhance food security include boosting agricultural productivity, stabilizing prices, promoting urban agriculture, and increasing social assistance.
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Food insecurity in South Africa is defined as the lack of reliable access to affordable and nutritious food, largely due to urbanization and rising food prices. Improving food security is essential for health and economic stability, and urban areas typically provide better access to food than rural areas. Strategies to enhance food security include boosting agricultural productivity, stabilizing food prices, and promoting urban agriculture. ;
