Ester Nenggokaka, a mother from Southwest Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, lives a simple life despite the challenges she faces. She works hard to provide for her two children by selling vegetables and taking care of her family. Ester’s resilience and determination are truly admirable.
One of Ester’s children, Lorensius Aganta, was underweight at only 7 kilograms before benefiting from the Free Nutritious Meal (Makan Bergizi Gratis, MBG) program. Ester is grateful for this initiative as it has had a positive impact on her son’s health. With the regular distribution of MBG meals, Ester has seen a noticeable improvement in her son’s weight. She eagerly awaits the next health check at the local clinic to monitor his progress.
Every morning, Ester receives a variety of nutritious food items from the MBG program, such as eggs, fish, meat, tofu, tempeh, and vegetables, ensuring her children have a balanced diet. Despite the challenging circumstances of her life, including a lack of access to electricity and land ownership, Ester remains hopeful for the future. She looks forward to potential assistance from President Prabowo to improve their living standards.
The meals provided by the MBG program not only nourish her child but also instill a sense of optimism in Ester for the days ahead. She envisions a better tomorrow and is grateful for the support she has received.