Zamzam University of Science and Technology (ZUST) follows a sustainable procurement policy that prioritizes purchasing food, materials, and supplies from local and environmentally responsible sources. This approach supports the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and producers while reducing the university’s ecological footprint. All university cafeterias and catering providers are required to source at least half of their fresh produce, dairy, and meat products from local suppliers and cooperatives located in Benadir,...Read More
Zamzam University of Science and Technology (ZUST) is deeply committed to promoting food security, sustainable agriculture, and nutritional well-being in Somalia. The University works to address hunger through teaching, research, campus management, and community engagement. These actions align directly with SDG 2 – Zero Hunger and complement ZUST’s broader focus on poverty eradication, climate action, and community resilience. 2.2 Campus Food Waste Measuring and Managing Food Waste (2.2.1 – 2.2.2)...Read More
Zamzam University of Science and Technology (ZUST) ensures that all members of its campus community students, staff, and visitors have access to nutritious, affordable, and culturally appropriate meals. The University’s dining facilities operate under guidelines issued by the Catering and Facilities Office in collaboration with the Faculty of Agriculture and the Health and Nutrition Unit, ensuring food quality, balance, and inclusiveness. Menus are designed to include fresh produce sourced from...Read More
Zamzam University of Science and Technology (ZUST) recognizes that food insecurity can affect student learning, health, and overall academic performance. To address this challenge, the University implements a practical and community-based initiative known as “Harvest for a Meal.” Under this program, students participate in organized activities at the University’s research and demonstration farms, where they engage in hands-on agricultural work such as planting, weeding, harvesting, and compost preparation. In return...Read More
SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) Indicator 2.2.1 Zamzam University of Science and Technology (ZUST) has established an institutional program to measure and manage food waste generated across its campus dining and catering facilities. This initiative forms part of the university’s broader sustainability policy under SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Food waste generated from student canteens and staff cafeterias is systematically measured, recorded, and categorized through...Read More
