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18 counties adversely affected by malnutrition

Pupils of Mwangaza Primary School in Isiolo County on August 9, 2023 consume supper porridge which has a combination of 15 macronutrients. [Bruno Mutunga, Standard]

The National Drought Management Authority (NMDA) has identified 18 counties where cases of malnutrition among minors are on the rise due to the recent drought.

According to the Authority, cases of malnutrition in Kilifi, Tharaka Nithi, and West Pokot counties were on the rise with the situation worsening in Narok and Nyeri counties.

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