KZN Premier issues stern warning against the ‘politicization’ of food parcels

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala has issued a stern warning against the politicization of food parcels meant for poor people during the national coronavirus lockdown.

The Premier’s warning comes as more and more people become desperate for food parcels amid growing allegations of corruption and favouritism in the distribution of food parcels.

“We cannot allow a situation where food parcels meant to assist our hungry communities are politicized. Food parcels are meant to mitigate against the impact of Covid-19, especially in poor and vulnerable communities. As the KwaZulu-Natal provincial government we cannot condone the politicisation of food parcels,” said Zikalala.

Community members can contact @SASSA on 0800601011 or (033) 846 3400. The community can also call the @KZNDSD on 087 158 3000 or approach any community leader (councillor, tradional leader, Member of Parliament) or Sukuma Sakhe structures.

— KZN Provincial Gov (@kzngov) May 3, 2020

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