Food security interventions to achieve Sustainable Development Goal Two in South Africa

The purpose of the study is to investigate how SDG Two is being implemented in South Africa. SDG Two states to “end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture” (SDG Compass 2015:1). SDG 2 is aimed at ensuring that people have access to food that is nutritious and safe all year round, with emphasis on poor communities and children (Fourie 2019:1). The study examines the status of SDG Two in South African context. The guiding question for the study is: “what are the challenges related to SDG Two implementation in South Africa”? To find answers, a qualitative desktop analysis with a descriptive research design was used to acquire enough data for the study. The study used literature and document reviews as secondary sources for data collection. The journal articles, internet-based information, research reports, dissertations, theses, government documents, Acts, media reports, and annual reports, were reviewed as secondary sources of information. Data analysis for this study was done using document analysis and conceptual analysis. The literature review has revealed problems with food security initiatives' policy implementation. It is necessary to investigate the causes and henceforth find solutions to apply these initiatives successfully. There is also a need for transparency amongst state departments to collaborate while executing the implementation plans effectively.