# CalZA- Calorie Tracker ZA — Food & Macro Counter

> AI-powered South African food calorie and macro tracker with local dish database. (iPhone/iPad app by Colish Nemukula.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calza-calorie-tracker-za/id6759506600 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Colish Nemukula](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878336640)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 72 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calza-calorie-tracker-za/id6759506600/reviews.md

## What is CalZA?

CalZA is South Africa's first AI-powered calorie tracker built specifically for SA foods. Snap a photo of your plate and instantly know the calories — from Biltong to Kota, Pap to Chakalaka., CalZA knows your food and tracks it accurately.

CalZA covers over 233 local dishes with real nutritional data — no more guessing or searching for foods that don't exist in other apps.

KEY FEATURES:

AI food scanning — snap any SA meal and get instant calorie counts
233+ South African foods in our database
Daily calorie and macro tracking (Protein, Carbs, Fat)
Barcode scanner for packaged SA products
Personalised calorie goals based on your body and lifestyle
Weekly progress stats and insights
AI nutrition coach (Calzy) for personalised advice
Water intake tracker
Voice food logging
Meal planning and recipe suggestions

"Finally an app that knows what boerewors is!" — SA user AI Powered food recognitions

SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS:
- Pro — Core tracking, AI scanner, SA food database
- Ultimate — Everything in Basic plus meal planning, AI nutrition coach, restaurant menus, recipe suggestions and priority support

Start with a free trial. No credit card required. Cancel anytime.

Download now and take control of your nutrition with an app that truly understands South African food.  
Terms of Use: https://cal-za-nutrition.replit.app/terms
Privacy Policy: https://cal-za-nutrition.replit.app/privacy
Support: https://cal-za-nutrition.replit.app/support

## Key features

- AI food scanning for instant calorie counts
- Database of 233+ South African foods
- Daily calorie and macro tracking
- Barcode scanner for local products
- Personalized calorie goals
- AI nutrition coach
- Water intake tracker

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CalZA Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| CalZA Ultimate Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| CalZA Ultimate Year | $49.99 | per year |
| CalZA Pro Year | $24.99 | per year |



## Frequently asked questions about CalZA

### What is CalZA?

CalZA is South Africa's first AI-powered calorie tracker designed specifically for local foods. It helps you track your daily calorie and macro intake by recognizing meals from photos and offering a database of over 233 South African dishes.

### How does CalZA's AI food scanning work?

You can snap a photo of your meal, and CalZA's AI will identify the South African dish, providing instant calorie and nutritional information. This feature is available in the Pro and Ultimate subscription tiers.

### What South African foods are included in CalZA's database?

CalZA features over 233 local dishes with real nutritional data, including popular items like Biltong, Kota, Pap, and Chakalaka, ensuring accurate tracking of your meals.

### What are the subscription options for CalZA?

CalZA offers 'Pro' for core tracking and AI scanning, and 'Ultimate' which includes meal planning, an AI nutrition coach, and more. Both have monthly and yearly plans, with a 3-day free trial available for all.

### Can I track my progress with CalZA?

Yes, CalZA provides weekly progress statistics and insights into your calorie and macro intake. The Ultimate subscription also includes an AI nutrition coach for personalized advice.

### Does CalZA have ads?

No, CalZA does not display advertisements. The app is free to download and offers optional subscription plans for advanced features.

### What devices does CalZA support?

CalZA is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices, running on iOS.

### How often is CalZA updated?

The latest version of CalZA is 1.1.3, and it was last updated on August 20, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and database enhancements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.3 — 2026-08-20

Apple Health is here

Connect CalZA to Apple Health to keep your wellness data in one place.  

• Sync the meals you log from CalZA to Apple Health  
• Import your latest weight from Apple Health  
• Manage your connection easily from the new Health tab  
• Updated navigation with Scan front and centre, plus quick access to Tools and Health  
  
We’ve also refined the app layout to make everyday food logging simpler.

### 1.1.2 — 2026-06-23

CalZA widgets are here! Add a Home Screen or Lock Screen widget to see your remaining calories and macros at a glance — no need to open the app. We've also added a Live Activity, so today's calorie ring sits right on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Plus speed improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-05-19

Apple Health is here.

CalZA now syncs your weight from Apple Health automatically and writes every meal you log straight into your Health app — so your nutrition lives in one place.

Also new in this update:
• Fasting milestones — celebrate 16h, 24h, 48h, 72h and 7-day fasts
• 72h and 7-day fasting presets for deeper protocols
• Push notifications at 80% and at the end of every fast
• Sign in with Apple — faster, more private onboarding
• Smoother voice food logging
• Performance improvements throughout

### 1.0 — 2026-04-10

No release notes.

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