Global connectivity for Zero Hunger
University of Johannesburg Initiative

Join US Fighting Hunger &
Climate Change

Empowering communities through innovative solutions, sustainable practices, and collective action for a hunger-free, climate-resilient future.

50K+
Meals Donated
120+
NGO Partners
15T
CO₂ Reduced

The Challenge We Face

Understanding the interconnected crises of hunger and climate change

33%

828M People Hungry

While 1/3 of food produced globally is wasted

+1.5°C

Climate Crisis

Rising temperatures threaten food security

70%

Water Scarcity

Agriculture uses 70% of freshwater supply

26%

Emissions Impact

Food systems contribute to global emissions

Our Vision

Innovation Meets Compassion

Leveraging technology and community spirit to create sustainable solutions for hunger and climate action

Smart Food Matching

system connects surplus food with communities in need in real-time

Incentivized Giving

Earn points and recognition for every donation, creating a culture of generosity

Zero Waste Logistics

Efficient delivery network minimizes carbon footprint while maximizing impact

Student Empowerment

Providing nutrition and opportunities for UJ students to thrive academically

Supporting UN SDG
Goal 2: Zero Hunger
Goal 13: Climate Action

How It Works

A seamless journey from donation to impact in four simple steps

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NGO Request

Partner organizations identify food needs in their communities

02

Donor Matching

Our AI system connects donors with relevant opportunities instantly

03

Efficient Delivery

Optimized logistics ensure fresh food reaches those in need quickly

04

Community Impact

Families fed, students nourished, climate footprint reduced

Our Impact in Real-Time

Every contribution creates measurable change in our community

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Meals Donated
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Tons CO₂ Reduced
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NGO Partners
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Students Helped

Together, we are building a sustainable future for UJ and beyond

Powered By Innovation

Our Technology Stack

Built with cutting-edge technologies for maximum impact and scalability

React + TypeScript

Modern frontend with type safety

TailwindCSS

Rapid UI development framework

Node.js + Express

Scalable backend API

MySQL

Reliable data management

Framework7

Cross-platform mobile apps

Cordova

Native mobile capabilities

Meet the Next Generation

UJ students and faculty driving innovation for social good

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S Ntuli

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Sustainable food systems

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E Ashimwe

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Engineer developing smart donation matching

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G Mugale

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Connecting NGOs with resources and support

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N Ndebele

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Optimizing delivery routes for maximum impact

Get Involved Today

Every action counts. Choose how you want to make a difference.

Donate

Make a direct impact with your contribution

Volunteer

Join our team and help distribute food

Partner

Collaborate with us as an NGO or organization

Learn More

Discover our research and methodology

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join thousands of students, donors, and partners in the fight against hunger and climate change.

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