National Information Platform for Food Security and Nutrition

THE KENYA NUTRITION ACTION PLAN 2018-2022

26%

Prevalence of stunting in children 0-59 months

Their height-for-age is > 2 SD below the WHO Child Growth Standards median.

36%

Prevalence of Anaemia in pregnant women

20%

The target by 2022 is 20%

61%

Prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding in children 0-6 months (%)

Breast milk

Contains all the nutrients required for development, growth and child survival.

22%

Prevalence of iodine deficiency in children <5 years

The most devastating outcomes of iodine deficiency are high prenatal mortality and mental retardation.

8%

Prevalence of birth weight of 2.5 kg and below

The target is 5% by 2022