eThekwini Municipality to distribute food vouchers to seniors from Monday. Image: eThekwini Municipality
eThekwini Municipality to distribute food vouchers to seniors from Monday
Starting this Monday, the eThekwini Municipality will be distributing food vouchers to the elderly in all wards of the municipality.
eThekwini Municipality to distribute food vouchers to seniors from Monday. Image: eThekwini Municipality
The eThekwini Municipality is set to extend a helping hand to its senior citizens through the issuance of thousands of food vouchers as part of a dedicated social relief initiative.
Annually hosted by the Municipality, this program aims to honor and celebrate the elderly residents within the City.
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The eThekwini Speaker, Councillor Thabani Nyawose, announced that the distribution of these food vouchers is scheduled to commence on Monday, 18 December 2023.
Ward councillors will collect and distribute the food vouchers
“The food vouchers will be available for collection by ward councillors from Monday, 18 December 2023. The ward councillors will subsequently issue the vouchers to senior citizens in their respective wards,” said Nyawose.
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Ward councillors will play a crucial role in this process, as they will be responsible for collecting the vouchers and subsequently distributing them to senior citizens in their respective wards.
This initiative comes at a time when communities are grappling with various challenges. The Municipality seeks to alleviate the burdens faced by the elderly.
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The aim of this initiative
The food vouchers are designed to provide tangible support. Ensuring that senior citizens have access to essential nutritional resources during the festive season.
By entrusting ward councillors with the distribution process, the Municipality aims to ensure a targeted and efficient delivery of assistance to those who need it most.
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This thoughtful gesture underscores the Municipality’s commitment to the well-being of its senior population. It also reflects the spirit of community solidarity during the holiday season.
