World Food Programme - The Zimbabwe Independent

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WFP seeks US$36,5m to fight rising hunger in Zim

In its latest country brief, the UN agency said it assisted about 161 000 people in April, distributing 2 890 tonnes of food and providing US$67 400 in cash transfers to vulnerable households.

By Sharon Zebra and Lesley Kufandada 14h ago

WFP seeks US$36,5m to fight rising hunger in Zim

Zim inflation rises as transport, food costs squeeze households

Upstream production costs also increased. The ZWG Producer Price Index excluding agriculture rose to 226.62 in March from 223.09 in February, translating to a monthly increase of 1.6%.

By Sharon Zebra Apr. 27, 2026

Zim inflation rises as transport, food costs squeeze households

WFP champions youth inclusion at ZITF forum

She said Africa’s rapidly growing youth population presented both opportunity and responsibility for governments and development actors.

By Langelihle Nyathi Apr. 23, 2026

WFP champions youth inclusion at ZITF forum

Food security unstable amid rising prices

Households across several parts of the country are under severe pressure after exhausting their food stocks and being forced to rely on markets where prices remain high.

By Sharon Zebra Apr. 22, 2026

Food security unstable amid rising prices

63K benefit from Russia–WFP food aid programme

MORE than 63 000 people in Bulilima and Kariba districts are benefiting from a humanitarian food assistance programme implemented by the World Food Programme (WFP)in partnership with Russia

By Silas Nkala Apr. 11, 2026

63K benefit from Russia–WFP food aid programme

Hunger stalks Bulilima after poor harvests

"This support is important especially to reach vulnerable elderly people, women, child-headed households, persons with disabilities and those that are chronically ill," he said.

By Silas Nkala Apr. 10, 2026

Hunger stalks Bulilima after poor harvests

How can you tell if the local market is working for farmers and consumers

The World Food Programme (WFP) has developed a framework that shows whether a particular market is working for local consumers and farmers.

By Charles Dhewa Apr. 8, 2026

How can you tell if the local market is working for farmers and consumers

Women entrepreneurs, innovators headline Lift Me Up empowerment conference

Olga Muteiwa said preparations for the conference are complete, and organisers are confident the event will deliver meaningful dialogue and practical insights for women across sectors.

By Tendai Sauta Mar. 7, 2026