By Chisomo Phiri
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPos)-Minister of Gender, Community Development, and Social Welfare Jean Sendeza has expressed concern over the misuse of resources under the social cash transfer program.
Speaking at a maize distribution ceremony in Bvumbwe Village, Thyolo on Wednesday,Sendeza lamented that both authorities and beneficiaries are misusing the program.
The minister said the program is intended to support the most vulnerable members of society, such as the elderly and those with disabilities.
However, she noted that this is not always the case.
On his part, District Commissioner(DC ) for Thyolo District Hudson Kuphanga reported that despite challenges,the distribution exercise has been progressing well in the district.
One of beneficiaries, Kate Justen, expressed gratitude for the support, saying it has helped them become food secure.
Currently, about 17,000 households in Thyolo district are benefiting from the maize distribution exercise.
