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Qatar tribune Tribune News Network Doha In a major stride towards combating global hunger and food insecurity, Malabar Group has officially launched its groundbreaking Hunger-Free World initiative in Zambia. The initiative was unveiled by the Zambia’s Minister of Education Douglas Syakalima at an event held at John Laing Primary School in Lusaka. Abdul Salam K.
P, vice-chairman of Malabar Group; Gerry Muuka, Zambia Consul-General for Dubai; Duncan Mulima, ambassador of Zambia to Saudi Arabia; Arif Saeed, deputy high commissioner, Indian High Commission in Zambia, other government and school officials, students, and well-wishers were present at the event. This extension is part of Malabar Group’s commitment — announced last year during an event at the Malabar International Hub in Dubai — to contribute $1 million in the next three years towards providing nutritious mid-day meals to school students in Zambia. With the launch of the programme, Malabar Group will now provide 10,000 meals daily across John Laing Primary School, Chingwele Primary School, and Mambilima Primary School in Zambia.
“Malabar Group has always been at the forefront of social welfare initiatives aimed at uplifting society. Through our Hunger-Free World initiative, we provide meals to thousands of underprivileged individuals in India — a feat we take immense pride in. Over the past year, our ESG wing has been working relentlessly on ground in Zambia to bring this project to fruition and I am confident that our efforts will yield a positive outcome to the students and the future of Zambia.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the President HE Hakainde Hichilema; Vice-President HE Mutale Nalumango and the entire Zambian government for their staunch backing of this transformative initiative,” said M.P Ahammed, chairman of Malabar Group. “The launch of the Hunger Free world initiative in Zambia is a remarkable initiative by Malabar Group and represents a powerful collaboration between the government, private sector and the community to improve the lives of children.
Quality education is the cornerstone of a child’s development and through this school feeding programme, we are not only providing nutritious meals but a conducive environment where children can grow and thrive. On behalf of Zambia, I extend heartfelt gratitude to Malabar Group for their generosity and commitment to our children’s future,” said Douglas Syakalima, minister of Education, Zambia. The Hunger Free World initiative was launched by the Malabar Group in 2022, envisioning a world free of hunger.
Presently, the programme operates numerous kitchens across India, providing around 55,00 nutritious meals daily across 81 locations in the country. “The expansion of the Hunger-Free World initiative to Zambia is driven by our steadfast belief that access to nutritious meals and quality education forms the foundation of a brighter future for all children, regardless of their socio-economic background. Our vision for Zambia extends beyond addressing hunger.
It encompasses infrastructure development, equipping students with essential digital skills, and awarding scholarships to empower the next generation. With the invaluable support of the Zambian government and our collective commitment to this noble cause, we are confident in our ability to transform lives, nurture talent, and create a lasting impact for generations to come,” said Abdul Salam K.P, vice-chairman of Malabar Group.
Malabar Group has announced that it will invest over $400,000 this financial year to construct kitchens, enabling the programme to reach more schools across Zambia. This expansion will not only enhance the initiative’s impact but also create employment opportunities for numerous individuals, further contributing to community development. “The Hunger-Free World Initiative is more than a project — it is a promise to communities around the world that no one should go to bed hungry.
Through the ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) initiatives that Malabar Gold & Diamonds undertake globally, we have managed to establish ourselves as a key stakeholder in society and have consistently invested in its overall betterment. As we primarily source raw material for our jewellery from the African continent, we believe it is our responsibility to give back to the people of Africa, a large section of whom suffer from acute hunger. We are grateful to our customers across the world whose continued trust and support make it possible for us to drive meaningful change across the world,” said Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds.
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