The African Union has said that no fewer than 65.4 million children in Nigeria and 50 other countries on the continent are already benefiting from the School Feeding Programme.
She explained that the development should not be seen as surprising since African leaders, through the Assembly of Heads of State and Government in 2016, acknowledged the contribution of School Feeding to human resources and capital development in Africa and endorsed the Home-Grown School Feeding to be commemorated annually on the 1st of March.
“Investing in homegrown school feeding programs is not without its challenges, but the rewards far outweigh the costs. As we embark on this journey, let us reaffirm our commitment to the well-being of our children and the prosperity of our communities. “School feeding programs play a crucial role in addressing malnutrition, improving children’s health and educational outcomes, promoting local agriculture, and investing in homegrown school feeding programs is not merely an expenditure; it is an investment in our collective future.
“The government can also allocate a portion of its budget or seek donor support for sustainable financing. Partnership Formation: Facilitate partnerships between government agencies, food suppliers, agricultural producers, financial institutions, technology providers, and community organisations.