JICA helps pedicab drivers

JICA helps pedicab drivers

UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi: At least 300 families of pedicab
drivers gained assistance from the Japanese International
Cooperation Agency, Antara reported.

JICA, in cooperation with the Indonesian Family Planning
(PKBI) Association, launched the program to help the families
cope with the crisis. Funds of Rp 275 million were provided for
one year.

Meta Iqbal, a consultant for the project, said it focused on
the districts of Mamajang, Ujungpandang and Makassar.

Food supplies were provided at half price, Meta said, adding
that recipients were expected to make use of health services at
the town clinic.

PKBI was set up in 1957 and is known for its contributions in
building family planning awareness in the country.