- Restaurants for Economic Development (Restaurants4ED), a Zanu-PF affiliate, initiated a feeding programme.
- The initiative targets vulnerable and homeless individuals in Bulawayo.
- The launch event took place at Centenary Park.
- The program aligns with President Mnangagwa’s ‘leaving no one and no place behind’ philosophy.
Restaurants for Economic Development (Restaurants4ED), an affiliate of the ruling Zanu-PF party, has commenced a significant feeding initiative aimed at providing sustenance to Bulawayo’s homeless and vulnerable populations. This program is presented as a direct complement to broader government efforts to support marginalized communities across the nation. Ms. Ntombenhle Ncube, national chairperson of Restaurants4ED, emphasized the organisation’s commitment to ensuring that no child goes hungry, especially in alignment with President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030 for an upper middle-income economy.
The Minister of State for Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Judith Ncube, represented by Mr. Pardon Mnyaka, lauded the initiative for its strong dedication to social inclusion. The sentiment expressed was one of deep appreciation for the organisation’s proactive approach in addressing societal needs, noting that many have overlooked the suffering, while Restaurants4ED chose to step forward. The program extends beyond just providing food, aiming to clothe, and celebrate with children, reinforcing a holistic approach to welfare.
The launch also serves to reinforce the ruling party’s agenda of extending social assistance across all ten provinces of Zimbabwe, showcasing the party’s commitment to inclusive development. Appeals have been made to other players in the food industry to collaborate in this national effort for a better Zimbabwe.
Timeline
- January 21, 2026, Morning: Restaurants4ED officially launched its feeding program at Centenary Park in Bulawayo.
- January 21, 2026, Afternoon: Remarks from the Minister of State’s representative highlighted the program’s alignment with national development goals.
- January 21, 2026, Evening: Discussions likely continued around the initiative’s potential impact and calls for wider industry participation.
Key Players
- Restaurants for Economic Development (Restaurants4ED): Zanu-PF affiliate, initiator of the feeding program.
- Ms. Ntombenhle Ncube: National Chairperson of Restaurants4ED.
- Judith Ncube: Minister of State for Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution.
- Mr. Pardon Mnyaka: Deputy Director for Co-ordination, representing Minister Judith Ncube.
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: His development philosophy is cited as inspiration for the program.
