As part of the Codex Trust Fund project in Zimbabwe, FAO has carried out training to disseminate knowledge and build capacity, particularly in relation to the Codex standards-setting process. The four-day workshop took place 3–7 February 2025 and was attended by participants from both the public and private sectors.

“The training is part of the Codex Trust Fund project, which seeks to rejuvenate Codex Alimentarius activities in Zimbabwe by expanding knowledge and understanding of Codex at national level among key policy makers and influential stakeholders,” said James Mugombi, the Codex Trust Fund focal point in Zimbabwe.

Patrice Talla, the FAO Subregional Coordinator for Southern Africa and FAO Representative in Zimbabwe, added, “By training technical officers from both the government and private sector, FAO is enhancing Zimbabwe's national capacity to develop food standards and regulations based on Codex. This will increase the uptake and use of Codex standards, guidelines, and codes of practice in the country.”

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