Some thoughts on litigating the right to food in South Africa

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Date

2009

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ESR Review : Economic and Social Rights in South Africa

Abstract

Today, over one billion people do not have access to sufficient food. This worldwide hunger crisis has led to food riots in over 30 countries. Food emergencies in the world stem from a multitude of problems, ranging from drought and adverse weather conditions to civil strife and political crises (Clover, 2003 : 8).

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Right to food, Litigation, South Africa, Socio-economic Rights

Citation

Chenwi, L. (2009). 'Some thoughts on litigating the right to food in South Africa'. ESR Review, 10(3): 9 - 13