5th Post Cabinet Briefing: 12 March 2024 [Download]

Cabinet wishes to advise the nation that in light of the El-Nino-induced drought, various measures are being instituted to guarantee food security for all and ensure that no one dies of hunger. Among other issues considered, Cabinet discussed the importance of considering more hectarage for growing rice in view of increased rice consumption by the citizens. Cabinet also emphasized the need to support and promote local wheat production for direct consumption for a swap with maize in order to meet maize demand for the nation.