Harare , (New Ziana) – The World Food Program (WFP) on Thursday handed over nine off-road vehicles to the Zimbabwe government to enhance its ability to deliver social protection services throughout the country.
Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Minister Edgar Moyo received the vehicles, comprising five Toyota Prados and four Land Cruisers with a total value of US$229 905, from WFP country representative and director Barbara Clemens at a ceremony held in Harare.
Moyo commended the WFP for continuing to support Zimbabwe’s food security and social protection programs. “It is with great pleasure that we gather here to receive yet another post from the World Food Programme, in the form of vehicles,” Moyo said.
“The Ministry remains grateful for the support that the World Food Programme continues to render in this commitment to the people of Zimbabwe in ensuring food security goals are met.”
He said the vehicles will play a critical role in facilitating program implementation, particularly in hard-to-reach areas, and will assist the Ministry meet its targets under the National Development Strategy (NDS1) as it prepares for NDS2 in line with the vision to become an upper middle income society by 2030.
“Priority shall be given to the hard-to-reach areas, considering terrain, in a bid to leave no one and no place behind,” he said. Moyo also noted that the WFP technical assistance has already strengthened capacity in grain distribution, supply chain management, and logistical arrangements in several districts, urging that the expertise be extended to other areas where implementation is still outstanding.
In her remarks, Clemens said the donation symbolized the strong partnership between the WFP and the Zimbabwe government, which spans more than two decades. “This is more than just a set of keys, it is a symbol of our strong and enduring partnership with the Government of Zimbabwe.
These vehicles will help strengthen the Ministry’s ability to reach communities across the country, to deliver essential social protection and assistance services, and to respond effectively to the needs of vulnerable households,” she said, adding that reliable mobility is crucial for effective delivery of social protection and resilience-building programs.
“These nine vehicles are therefore an investment in delivery capacity. They will support the Ministry in monitoring programs, reaching vulnerable communities, and ensuring that national social protection and food assistance systems are stronger, faster, and more responsive,” she said.
Clemens also announced the donation of digital media equipment to assist the Ministry in improving communication, documentation, and accountability of its programmes.
She reaffirmed the WFP’s commitment to “saving and changing lives” in Zimbabwe, highlighting that the organisation remains focused on both immediate humanitarian response and long-term development goals. “Together, we are making a difference in the lives of millions of Zimbabweans,” she said.
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