Dar es Salaam, Sept. 10 -- THE rising tide of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Tanzania has pushed citizens, health experts and civil society to call for stronger interventions that go beyond treatment and target prevention.

Among the most talked about solutions is the introduction of Front-of-Pack Labelling (FOPL), a consumer-friendly approach that aims to make food choices healthier, simpler and informed.

Across markets and households, ordinary Tanzanians are raising their voices on the need for clear information about what they eat.

“Sometimes you buy a snack and you cannot even tell how much sugar or fat is inside. If the packet had a clear label in front, it would be easier to decide whether it is good for my children,...