BY BAYANDA NKATHA
The government has announced that over 89% of food-insecure citizens targeted in the food distribution initiative have received assistance.
This effort was launched in response to the El Niño-induced drought that has severely impacted the country and the broader Sub-Saharan Region.
President Mnangagwa declared the drought a state of disaster due to below-normal rainfall in the 2023-24 rainy season.
According to the Cabinet report, presented by Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare July Moyo, “5 479 704.51 beneficiaries received food assistance in the first three months (May to July ) out of the targeted 6 140 924, translating to 89.2%.”
The Government has now commenced the second cycle of the blitz grain distribution, aiming to assist a total of 6 215 775 beneficiaries between August and October 31.
This continued effort seeks to mitigate the effects of the drought and ensure food security for vulnerable citizens.