BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Chiradzulu Midima Constituency Member of Parliament (MP)Jean Mathanga has raised concern over a growing hunger crisis in the constituency, revealing that more than 40 percent of residents are currently struggling to access food.

Mathanga made the remarks on Saturday when Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) distributed food packs to 1,500 vulnerable people in the area as part of efforts to cushion families from the worsening food shortage.

The lawmaker, who also serves as Minister of Energy and Mining, used the occasion to call on individuals, companies and humanitarian organizations to extend support to communities facing hunger.

She said many households in the constituency are going through difficult times due to climate shocks that have affected agricultural production.

According to Mathanga, erratic weather patterns have led to poor harvests, leaving a significant number of families without enough food to sustain them.

She described the situation as worrying and stressed that without additional assistance, many households may continue to face severe food shortages.

Mathanga commended Faizan Global Relief Foundation for responding to the needs of vulnerable people in the constituency, saying the intervention has brought relief to many struggling families.

The minister further urged other well wishers and organizations to follow the example set by the foundation and help ease the hunger situation in the area.

Apart from the food distribution, the organization also donated walking sticks to people living with physical disabilities in the community.

FGRF Director of Communications Ibrahim Omar Mataya said the initiative demonstrates the foundation’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and improving the lives of people in need.