The World Health Organisation (WHO) said the situation will likely further the burden of malnutrition in Africa. FOOD INSECURITYCurrently, most arid counties are “food stressed” and by June the situation will start to deteriorate, according to FEWS NET. According to the World Food Programme 368.5 million children across 143 countries who rely on school meals must look for other sources. LIFESTYLEGlobal Hunger Index report indicates the highest stunting rates in Kenya are in Kitui (45.8 per cent) and West Pokot (45.9 per cent). Wasting is highest in Turkana County ( 22.9 per cent), Marsabit (16.3 per cent), Mandera (14.8) per cent, West Pokot (14.3 per cent) and Wajir (14.2 per cent).

Source: Daily Nation May 28, 2020 06:56 UTC