Governnment under the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services has handed over agricultural equipment to Chingola Food Security Pack (FSP) beneficiaries worth over K860,000

The event marked the handover of four hammer mills, fertilizer and seed from FSP recoveries to Muchinshi and Mutenda communities aimed at enhancing socio-economic sustainability and food security.

Commerce Trade and Industry Minister, Mr. Chipoka Mulenga, representing the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services, emphasized a unified government approach during the handover ceremony and reaffirmed commitment to uplifting vulnerable yet viable farmers to achieve household and community food and nutritional security.

“This initiative is a testament to our dedication to alleviating poverty and empowering farmers to thrive independently”, Mr Mulenga further said, and praised the intervention, which he observed has the potential to sustainably transform lives and communities.

Chingola District Commissioner, Mr Raphael Chimupi, appreciated the programme model which he said has the potential to end intergenerational transfer of poverty in communities.

And Director for Community Development, Mr Changano Ngoi assured that government through the Ministry will continue creating a conducive environment for agriculture mechanization to enhance food security both at national and community levels.

One of the beneficiaries, Ms. Mary Banda, expressed gratitude on behalf of the community and said the equipment will facilitate for sustainable livelihoods and economic empowerment within her community.