Economy and politics major contributors of child malnutrition

Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka serving ECDE learners free fortified porridge during the launch of the free feeding program. [Juliet Omelo, Standard]

In a world armed with unprecedented scientific knowledge, lifesaving medicines, and sophisticated health technologies, millions of African children continue to suffer the twin scourges of malnutrition and obesity.

In countries like Kenya and South Africa, this contradiction is especially stark. We can develop mRNA vaccines in record time, but we can’t guarantee a child a balanced meal.