There are currently no statistics on the number of vegans in South Africa.
In Johannesburg, the nation’s economic centre, there are many vegetarian and vegan restaurants to choose from. Some people have been making the switch to vegan because they are concerned about animal welfare and the environment, while others have chosen it for their health or as an ethical diet choice.
How popular is veganism in South Africa?
Veganism is a lifestyle that excludes the use of all animal-derived products, including meat, eggs, dairy products and any other animal by-products. It is one of the fastest-growing lifestyles in South Africa.
Veganism has been on the rise for many years now. More people are turning to veganism for a number of reasons. Some people choose to go vegan because they believe it is healthier than a standard diet and others do it because they believe it is more ethical than eating meat.
More and more restaurants are offering vegan options to cater for this growing demand.
Why did Pick n Pay join Veganuary South Africa?
Pick n Pay joined Veganuary South Africa because they want to show that veganism is not a restrictive diet and that it doesn’t have to be expensive.
Pick n Pay is one of the first major chains in South Africa to join the veganuary campaign.
