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Porridge initiative by MCA keeps young learners in school

According to Naomi Mbodze Muye, the teacher in charge of ECDE in the ward, there are at least 2,287 pupils in 50 ECDE centres and the number is increasing after the introduction of the porridge programme. [Peter Ochieng, Standard]

Lack of food is the main contributor to low school enrollment among learners from poor backgrounds.

The situation however varies from region to region and culture but it is relevant in early education.

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