Many Go Hungry Despite COVID-19 Food Basket Programme
Monday, May 11, 2020
As such, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Technical Services) in the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, Mpho Morapedi has urged people who have not received the relief package to contact authorities for assistance.
Already, there is uproar on social media regarding the relief package, with many people expressing their frustration citing irregularities in the programme.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...