Why is South Africa seeing so much halaal food? The facts behind the viral debate
We do a deep dive into what halaal means - and what it doesn't mean.
By Yasmine JacobsSouth Africa
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A viral TikTok video has prompted questions about halaal certification in South Africa. Here is what the label means, why it can appear on vegetables and processed foods, and whether consumers are being forced to eat halaal products.
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- Length
- 38 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 28, 2026
- Byline
- Yasmine Jacobs
- Source
- IOL