Shoprite shows care through soup kitchen
Shoprite mobile soup kitchen praised
Jemimah Ndebele
Windhoek
Retail giant Shoprite has shown its commitment to the Namibian community by operating a mobile soup kitchen.
This philanthropic initiative involves visiting different locations three times a week to distribute soup to local residents. The programme has received positive feedback from beneficiaries and observers, as it often serves as a crucial source of sustenance for individuals who may otherwise go without a meal.
Local resident Renny Jagger expressed appreciation for the programme, noting that it provides a valuable service and addresses widespread food insecurity.
"It is such a good initiative because sometimes it is the only meal some people have in a day," Jagger said.
Hundreds of cups a day
A soup kitchen volunteer, who asked not to be named, said they distribute over 400 cups of soup each day.
Recently, the mobile kitchen visited Katutura's Soweto area and provided meals to over 500 people.
Johannes Daniel, a sales advisor at Lewis' Soweto branch, underscored the programme's value, saying: "It is my third time having this tasty soup, and it has been so helpful, especially now that it is winter. It benefits all of us. It is not about being hungry and starving, because even those of us who work nearby can quickly enjoy something filling for free. This programme is a very kind gesture."
The mobile soup kitchen has been operating for the past three years, coinciding with the onset of the global pandemic. This demonstrates Shoprite's commitment to supporting the community during challenging times.
Jemimah Ndebele
Windhoek
Retail giant Shoprite has shown its commitment to the Namibian community by operating a mobile soup kitchen.
This philanthropic initiative involves visiting different locations three times a week to distribute soup to local residents. The programme has received positive feedback from beneficiaries and observers, as it often serves as a crucial source of sustenance for individuals who may otherwise go without a meal.
Local resident Renny Jagger expressed appreciation for the programme, noting that it provides a valuable service and addresses widespread food insecurity.
"It is such a good initiative because sometimes it is the only meal some people have in a day," Jagger said.
Hundreds of cups a day
A soup kitchen volunteer, who asked not to be named, said they distribute over 400 cups of soup each day.
Recently, the mobile kitchen visited Katutura's Soweto area and provided meals to over 500 people.
Johannes Daniel, a sales advisor at Lewis' Soweto branch, underscored the programme's value, saying: "It is my third time having this tasty soup, and it has been so helpful, especially now that it is winter. It benefits all of us. It is not about being hungry and starving, because even those of us who work nearby can quickly enjoy something filling for free. This programme is a very kind gesture."
The mobile soup kitchen has been operating for the past three years, coinciding with the onset of the global pandemic. This demonstrates Shoprite's commitment to supporting the community during challenging times.
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