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Theseus Shambare, Herald Reporter
MORE than 1 million food-insecure individuals have received vital food assistance over the past three months, thanks to collaborative efforts between the Government and the World Food Programme (WFP).
According to the Zimbabwe Livelihoods Assessment Committee (ZimLAC), approximately 6 million people are currently facing food shortages due to an El Niño-induced drought exacerbated by climate change.
In response, the WFP launched its Lean Season Assistance (LSA) programme in January, providing support to 985 000 people across nine districts.
In an interview, Mr Simon Masanga, the Permanent Secretary for Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, highlighted the importance of partnerships in alleviating the drought’s impact.
“We appreciate the friends of Zimbabwe who have been assisting following the President’s call for both domestic and international support,” he said. “The programme has been rolling out smoothly as we strive not to leave anyone hungry.”
The initiative, which runs from January to March 2025, aims to assist communities in Gokwe South, Insiza, Chikomba, Buhera, Guruve, Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe, Shamva, Chivi, and Shurugwi until the next harvest.
This support has been made possible through contributions from various entities, including the Government, the African Development Bank, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Russia, the US, the UN Central Emergency Response Fund, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS).
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