WHO and FAO have launched an interregional initiative to strengthen food safety systems and enhance countries participation in the Codex Alimentarius Commission across Africa, the Near East and the Eastern Mediterranean Region. The initiative responds to growing challenges to food safety, including complex global supply chains, climate-related impacts, and economic pressures, underscoring the need for robust national food control systems aligned with international standards.  As part of the initiative, a three-day virtual training held from 19–21 May 2026 brought together over 350 participants [...]

Under the leadership of the National Codex Alimentarius Committee, Madagascar celebrated World Food Safety Day 2026. Various activities took place during the week leading up to 7 June, also marking the Committee's 20th anniversary of its commitment to food safety and Codex standards. On 4 June, 2026, the opening ceremony was graced by the presence of the Minister of Livestock, who officially opened the celebration, surrounded by numerous dignitaries. On this occasion, the Minister of Trade and Consumer Affairs delivered a [...]

To mark World Food Safety Day 2026, the Egyptian company First Class Catering, organized a series of awareness and engagement activities aimed at strengthening food safety culture and reinforcing the message that food safety is a shared responsibility.  Awareness events were held in collaboration with partner organizations, bringing together employees to learn about good food safety practices through interactive presentations and educational materials. Internally, staff participated in training sessions and interactive assessments designed to reinforce food safety knowledge and encourage active [...]

Under the patronage of His Excellency the Governor of Al-Rass, Saud bin Hussein Al-Assaf, the municipality launched an initiative coinciding with World Food Safety Day, with the active participation of food and health establishments and civil society organizations. The initiative aims to solidify the culture of safe food and strengthen community partnerships. The campaign also aimed to raise awareness about the importance of food safety standards and promote healthy practices within the local community. Event details Organizer: Al Rass Municipality, Ministry of [...]

To mark World Food Safety Day 2026, the General Directorate of Food and Control of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Türkiye organized a hybrid event bringing together food safety professionals from across the country. The event connected staff from all 81 Provincial Directorates of Agriculture and Forestry, 41 Food Control Laboratories and the central organization of the General Directorate. Colleagues working in different parts of the food control system came together to exchange experiences, strengthen coordination and reaffirm their [...]

By Onyinyechi Nwaokoro, NIFST The Street Food Safety Initiative (SFSI) of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), Lagos Chapter, commemorated the 2026 World Food Safety Day under the theme, “From Burden to Solutions: Safe Food Everywhere.” The celebration featured a series of impactful programmes held from 4 June to 8 June 2026, which were aimed at promoting food safety awareness and reducing the burden of foodborne illnesses. The activities commenced on 4 June 2026, with a Market Advocacy and [...]

This year the National Codex Alimentarius Committee of Honduras celebrated with academia. Every university in Tegucigalpa that offers programmes in food quality, technology, and agriculture had a booth, each with information about the food production chain. They also offered interactive activities and games to help visitors learn in an easy and engaging way. It was called "The Food Safety Route." Read more World Food Safety Day 2026  

On 8 June 2026, the Faculty of Nursing and Health Sciences (FNHS) at Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU), hosted a webinar celebrating World Food Safety Day 2026,  in collaboration with the Global Harmonization Initiative (GHI), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (FAO RNE), the Lebanese Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (LAFST), the Lebanese American University (LAU), the Modern University for Business and Science (MUBS), the International Society for Precision [...]

The Codex contact point in Cuba celebrated World Food Safety Day with a Technical Workshop organized and held in Cuba on 9 June. More than 60 experts and technicians from the food chain participated. There was additionally an event held on 10 June at the Ministry of Health in Cuba with around 40 people, including the Minister of the sector, officials from the World Food Programme (WFP) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) in Cuba, among others, where outstanding [...]

by the Codex Contact Point of Grenada On 5 June 2026, the Grenada Bureau of Standards hosted a training session for members of the National Codex Committee and the GDBS team, facilitated by Giuseppe Di Chiera of the Codex Secretariat. During the session, participants gained valuable insights into the operation and functions of Codex, as well as the various ways Grenada can actively participate in Codex activities and contribute to the development of international food standards. “The training provided was insightful, valuable, and [...]