Population & Reproductive HealthPriority Area #12
Nutrition & Food Security
Addressing malnutrition in all its forms through integrated nutrition interventions.
Policy Objectives
- Reduce stunting prevalence to below 20%
- Eliminate wasting as a public health problem
- Address micronutrient deficiencies
- Prevent and control overweight and obesity
Regional Status
Stunting remains prevalent across the region with rates above 30% in several countries. Wasting is critical in Somalia and South Sudan. Double burden of malnutrition emerging.
Related Frameworks
SDG 2WHO Global Nutrition TargetsAfrica Regional Nutrition Strategy