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When hunger enters the classroom: Why school meals have become central to learning in Kenya

Learners at Ng'ilikia ECD, in class, Turkana County. [Mercy Kahenda, Standard]

Food is one of the most basic human needs. Beyond filling the stomach, it must be safe, clean, fresh and nutritious to support growth, health and learning. For millions of children, that standard is still not guaranteed.

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