The Food Security of Mozambican Migrants in Johannesburg, South Africa

The aim of this study is to examine the economic conditions and livelihood activities of Mozambican migrants and to ascertain their food security status and experiences. This project objectives are to document the migration histories and economic livelihood activities of Mozambican migrants in Johannesburg, South Africa; to identify the major foods consumed by migrants, the sources and diversity of these foods; to measure the levels of food security among the Mozambican migrant households and determine the major factors influencing household food security; to compare food insecurity experiences between male and female centred households and between recent and established migrants; and, to identify the various strategies used by migrant households to cope with food insecurity.