Post-Cabinet Press Briefing: Meeting 2024-29: 17th September 2024

1.0 REPORT ON THE FOOD DEFICIT MITIGATION STRATEGY, URBAN CASH TRANSFER PROGRAMME AND MOVEMENT OF GRAIN

Cabinet considered the report on the Food Deficit Mitigation Strategy, Urban Cash Transfer Programme and Movement of Grain as presented by the Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare, Honourable July Moyo.

The second phase of the Blitz Grain Distribution is progressing well with a significant increase having been recorded on the quantum of grain moved. The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) is replenishing depots allowing for improved distribution within the stipulated timeframe.

Regarding the Zunde RaMambo/Isiphala SeNkosi programme all Chiefs nationwide have been allocated to respond to distress calls covering the most vulnerable while they are awaiting for their monthly allocations. So far 4 195.47 metric tonnes of grain have been collected by the Chiefs.

 

 

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