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Child deaths from foodborne illnesses a national crisis - Ramaphosa

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President Cyril Ramaphosa says the tragic deaths of children from foodborne illnesses are being addressed at the highest levels of government.

He says they are working tirelessly to resolve these alarming cases of food poisoning which he has described as a national crisis.

Ramaphosa was speaking at a presidential imbizo on the KZN South Coast on Friday.

More than 10 children have died and others fell ill across the country in recent weeks, after allegedly consuming contaminated snacks from spaza shops.

The president has also urged parents to be vigilant.

"We are working round the clock to enable us to look very closely at the incidents that have been happening. The minister of health is also busy with this matter. All these matters are going to be fully addressed this coming week. I will be able to then make a statement on how we are going to deal with this matter to enable us to ensure that no further children die needlessly in our country.", Ramaphosa said.