6 children die from carbamate-contaminated snacks in South Africa; 16 hospitalized, 36 arrested for spiking cases.

In South Africa, six children died after consuming snacks contaminated with the banned insecticide carbamate. Authorities are investigating the incident and have arrested 36 suspects linked to this and other spiking cases. Additionally, 16 other students were hospitalized due to suspected food poisoning. The case has raised alarms about food safety and illegal pesticide use in the area, prompting increased scrutiny from local officials.

October 24, 2024
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