Naniek Sudaryati Deyang has resigned from her position as the head of the Nutrition Agency (Badan Gizi Nasional or BGN), citing a need to seek medical treatment for a heart condition abroad. The resignation was confirmed following reports that she had informed President Prabowo Subianto of her health status. According to reports, the President has … Read more
Indonesian law enforcement authorities are currently investigating a high-profile corruption case involving the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program, a flagship initiative of the current administration. As of late 2024, the Attorney General’s Office (Kejaksaan Agung) has identified five individuals as suspects in connection with alleged financial irregularities surrounding the procurement and implementation of the program, … Read more
Indonesian authorities are currently evaluating the implications of testimony provided by Sony Sanjaya regarding the alleged corruption scandal involving the Makanan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program. While reports of a list containing 26 names allegedly linked to the case have circulated, government officials have emphasized that any individual—regardless of their position in the executive, legislative, or … Read more
The Badan Gizi Nasional (BGN) has officially denied circulating reports that the Indonesian government is halting the “Makan Bergizi Gratis” (MBG) program, labeling such claims as misinformation. Despite rumors suggesting that President Prabowo Subianto has moved to cancel the flagship nutrition initiative, the agency maintains that the program remains a central pillar of the administration’s … Read more
JAKARTA — As the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) continues to face significant downward pressure, Indonesia’s leadership is signaling a stance of fiscal confidence, dismissing the need for government intervention to stabilize the equity markets. Despite a sharp selloff that has rattled investor sentiment, the Ministry of Finance maintains that the nation’s underlying economic drivers remain … Read more
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In a pointed address to stakeholders involved in his flagship nutritional program, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has issued a stern warning against corruption and mismanagement. The president’s remarks, delivered during a recent briefing regarding the Makan Bergizi Gratis (Free Nutritious Meal) initiative, underscore a tightening grip on government oversight as the administration moves to implement … Read more
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Jakarta, Indonesia – Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has reported significant budgetary savings resulting from a temporary suspension of its free nutritious meal program (MBG) during the Eid al-Fitr holiday period. BGN Head Dadan Hindayana claims the agency saved approximately 5 trillion Indonesian Rupiah (roughly $31.2 million USD as of March 17, 2026) by halting … Read more
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Ponorogo, Indonesia – Two kitchens operating under the Indonesian government’s national school nutrition program, Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG), have been temporarily suspended following allegations of intimidation and financial mismanagement. The suspensions come after the heads of the two Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) – essentially, meal preparation units – in Ponorogo, East Java, sought protection … Read more
Indonesia Suspends Nine School Nutrition Programs Over Unapproved Coconut Servings Jakarta – The Badan Gizi Nasional (BGN), Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency, has temporarily suspended operations at nine Satuan Pelayanan Pemenuhan Gizi (SPPG) – school-based nutrition service units – in Gresik Regency, East Java, following reports they served whole coconuts as part of the Makan Bergizi … Read more
Indonesia’s efforts to combat malnutrition and improve childhood development are facing scrutiny as reports emerge of price gouging and substandard ingredients within the country’s ambitious National Free Nutrition Program (MBG). Wakil Kepala Badan Gizi Nasional (BGN), or Deputy Head of the National Nutrition Agency, Nanik Sudaryati Deyang, revealed this week that numerous partner Satuan Pelayanan … Read more