46K tonnes of grain imported so far to fight hunger: Govt

A TOTAL of 46 495 metric tonnes of grain have so far been distributed, with beneficiaries receiving a three-month allocation as the country battles the effects of the El Nino-induced drought.

Speaking during post-Cabinet briefing yesterday, Information minister Jenfan Muswere said there had been significant improvement in the distribution of grain throughout the country.

“Cabinet advises that there has been significant improvement in the distribution of grain throughout the country from the previous week.

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