Ester Nenggokaka, a mother from Southwest Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, embodies simplicity in her daily life. Despite the challenges she faces, Ester remains committed to providing the best for her two children. By selling vegetables in the mornings and caring for her family, she showcases resilience and unwavering determination.
One of Ester’s children, two-year-old Lorensius Aganta, was underweight, only weighing 7 kilograms before benefiting from the Free Nutritious Meal (Makan Bergizi Gratis, MBG) program. Ester expressed her gratitude for this program, emphasizing the positive impact it had on her son’s health.
Due to the consistent distribution of MBG meals, Ester has observed a noticeable improvement in her son’s weight. She eagerly awaits the next health check at the local community clinic to track his progress. Each morning, Ester receives a nutritious assortment of food items such as eggs, fish, meat, tofu, tempeh, and vegetables for her children, ensuring they have a balanced diet.
While appreciating the assistance of the MBG program, Ester remains hopeful for the future. She envisions better days ahead and looks to President Prabowo for further support in elevating their living conditions. Despite facing adversity without access to electricity or land ownership, Ester finds comfort in the nourishing meals that sustain her child and foster optimism for the future.
