Stunting prevalence ranged from 22.3 percent in Namibia to 42.8 percent in Mozambique. In East Africa, stunting in Kenya stood at 25.9 percent, Uganda (28.1 percent), Rwanda (37.9 percent) and 34.1 percent in Tanzania. Overweight prevalence (including obesity) ranged from 3.7 percent in Tanzania, Uganda (4.0 percent), Kenya (4.2 percent), Rwanda (8.1 percent) and 13.5 percent in South Africa. “Regional stunting and wasting prevalence were higher among children living in the poorest households, with mothers with the lowest educational level and in rural areas. In some sub-Saharan African countries, overweight and obesity have historically been considered to be a sign of wealth,” added the findings.

Source: Daily Nation May 13, 2023 12:58 UTC