debilitating disease
POOR eating habits, a lack of exercise and ignorance around diabetes are among the main challenges in fighting the disease in South Africa.
But diabetes is not just a local problem. According to the International Diabetes Federation, more than 4.2 million adults are living with diabetes. An estimated 45.4% people are undiagnosed.
South Africa has the highest prevalence of diabetes in Africa – at 11.3% of its population.
An estimated additional 13 million South Africans – one in three adults
