Staff Writer
Japan through the World Food Program (WFP) has injected US$1,36 million to complement food security in Zimbabwe’s vulnerable communities.
The Asian nation enjoys cordial ties with Zimbabwe and since 2019 ,Japan has contributed over US$25,5 million to WFP supported food assistance and resilience building for vulnerable communities in the country.
Speaking at the event to handover he donation Tuesday , the Japanese Ambassador Shinich Yamanaka said the donation will help the vulnerable communities in the coming months.
“Japan is committed to supporting communities in need of emergency food assistance.I hope this assistance will help the vulnerable people to overcome the current crisis.
“Through our collaboration with national food deficit mitigation strategy by the government, we aim to amplify the impact of such strategies which provide immediate relief while we also jointly invest in fostering resilience and sustainable solutions for communities in need ,” said Yamanaka.
WFP country director Francesca Erdelmann hailed the timely contribution , totalling 1 304 tonnes of cereals , pulses and vegetable oil, will support food insecure communities during the upcoming 2024-25 season ensuring most families recieve essential assistance in time.
“Since 2021 ,Japan has helped us reach over 132 000 people across Zimbabwe through urban cash transfers , rural resilience programs and lean season assistance.
“With the unwavering support of partners like Japan.We can confront the challenges united in our commitment to leaving no one behind.I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the government of Japan for your steadfast solidarity and commitment to humanitarian and developmental causes,” she said.
