Zambia
Govt. increases SCT beneficiaries in Chama
Chama Assistant Community Development Officer, Charity Mpundu, has disclosed that the number of beneficiaries under the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) programme has increased from about 900 to over 10,000. In an interview with the media, Ms. Mpundu said the increase has enabled more vulnerable people…
Picture: Lusaka Times
Chama Assistant Community Development Officer, Charity Mpundu, has disclosed that the number of beneficiaries under the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) programme has increased from about 900 to over 10,000.
In an interview with the media, Ms. Mpundu said the increase has enabled more vulnerable people in the district to benefit from Government’s social protection programmes.
She said the beneficiaries include elderly people, persons with disabilities and female-headed households, among other categories of people with social needs.
Some beneficiaries who spoke to ZANIS, said the money received under the SCT programme has helped them meet household needs, particularly in rural areas where economic activities are largely dependent on farming.
One of the beneficiaries, Umoza Kumwenda, an elderly man, thanked Government for introducing the programme.
Lakatips
Advertise on Lakatips
Reach readers following the national conversation
Display, sponsored placements and briefing slots — across politics, business and sport.
Mr Kumwenda said the K1,200 he receives, helps him purchase essential household goods and meet his basic needs while awaiting the next payment.
Another beneficiary, Tasiya Goma, commended Government for the initiative, describing it as an important intervention in supporting elderly and vulnerable people in society.
Ms Goma said the programme is particularly important in Chama because most households depend on farming, which does not always provide a regular source of income throughout the year.
Source: Lusaka Times — Read more
More to read
All Zambia →POLLEN Hails Progress on Kalomo Road
Government has expressed satisfaction with the progress made on the rehabilitation of the 27-kilometre...
The King of Morocco chairs a Council of Ministers
His Majesty the King of Morocco Mohammed VI accompanied by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, presided, this Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Royal Palace in Rabat, a Council of Ministers dedicated to the examination and adoption of the general guidelines…
948 Teenage Pregnancies Recorded in Chadiza
The Chadiza District health office has recorded 948 teenage pregnancies between January...