Cambodia has unveiled a $10 million project to boost the kingdom's school feeding scheme, running from 2025 to 2029. The South Korean-funded program will be executed by Cambodia's Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport with the support of the United Nations World Food Program.
In a press statement, the initiative will deliver hot, healthy meals to 133,300 pre-primary and primary school students in 428 schools. Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport, Hang Chuon Naron, said, "This program not only enhances access to quality food but also invests in Cambodia's future by supporting a stronger, more resilient education system that works towards our national development goals."
The initiative follows a home-grown strategy, marrying education and nutrition with agriculture at the local level through sourcing food from smallholder farmers. Since 57 percent of Cambodian households rely on agriculture, this model is likely to promote local economies, reinforce food systems, and serve as a safety net for poor families experiencing recurring difficulties.
