Jakarta Set to Launch Nutritious Meal Program for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women The Jakarta Provincial Government is gearing up to implement a free, nutritious meal program for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. The ‘Makan Bergizi Gratis’ (MBG) program is currently in the planning phase, with the focus on finalizing the food distribution scheme from Satuan … Read more
Nourishing Palembang: Free Meals’ Nutritional Adequacy and Hidden Challenges
Headline: Palembang‘s "Makan Bergizi Gratis" Program: A Balanced Diet for School Children Subheadline: Local dietitian association chair praises menu sustainability and balance while highlighting the importance of adequate portion sizes. Article: In a recent development, the Chair of the Association of Dietitians of Indonesia (AsDI) in South Sumatra, Yenita, has commended the Palembang city government’s … Read more
Headline: President Prabowo‘s Free Nutritious Meal Program Kicks Off, Boosts Local Employment Article: In a significant move aligning with President Prabowo Subianto’s priorities, the Free Nutritious Meal (FNM) program began its nationwide implementation on Monday, January 6. Apart from ensuring balanced nutrition for students, the program is generating job opportunities across various regions. In Boyolali, … Read more
Headline: Jakarta‘s Innovative Approach to Food Waste Management in Makan Bergizi Gratis Program Subheading: Collaboration with local businesses and eco-initiatives to turn waste into value The Jakarta Environment Agency is taking a innovative approach to managing food waste generated from the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program. Starting this week, the agency will collaborate with local … Read more
Government Sets New Standards for Nutritious Meals in School Feeding Programs The government has announced new standards for school feeding programs, emphasizing balanced, nutritious meals to improve students’ health and academic performance. The move comes after recommendations from the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) and inputs from various stakeholders, including educators and health experts. The new … Read more
"Citizen Files Sighting of Free Nutritious Meal Distribution in Action"
Headline: Citizens Share Images of MBG Meals, Sparking Conversations About Nutritious Food vs. Tasty Food Article: In the second day of the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program, various netizens took to social media to share images of the meals distributed, sparking discussions about nutritious food and tasty food. One netizen, @baizhoi, shared a meal consisting … Read more
"Confiding Frugality: From Emptiness of the Wallet to the Reimbursement System"
Headline: Indonesia‘s New ‘Makan Bergizi Gratis’ Program: A Nutritious Lunch for 15 Million Students by 2025 Subheading: Prabowo administration launches flagship program aiming to ensure no child goes hungry in school Article: The Indonesian government, under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, has launched a critically acclaimed initiative, makan bergizi gratis (MBG), aimed at providing … Read more
Headline: Jakarta’s ‘Makan Bergizi Gratis’ Program: Fueling Students with Nutritious Meals Subhead: Thousands of students in Jakarta are beneficiaries of the government’s ‘Makan Bergizi Gratis’ program, providing them with free, nutritious meals before classes begin. Body: In the bustling capital of Jakarta, a unique initiative is transforming the daily lives of thousands of students. The … Read more
Headline: School Meals: The Debate Over Missing Milk on the First Day Subhead: Despite initial omissions, priorities are shifting to ensure sustainable distribution. JAKARTA – The newly launched school meals program, a flagship initiative of President Prabowo Subianto‘s administration, commenced on January 6, 2025. This program has been highly anticipated, with the primary concept being … Read more
The Fate of Prabowo’s PPN Batal Naik Program After Rp75T HANGUS Imbas
Headline: Indonesia Shelves PPN Hike, Losing Out on Rp75 Trillion in Revenue Subhead: Government scraps planned 12% VAT increase, impacting APBN 2025 and presidential programs Article: In a policy U-turn, the Indonesian government has abandoned plans to raise the value-added tax (VAT) or pajak pertambahan nilai (PPN) from 11% to 12% as of January 1, … Read more