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Nutrition statistics

Key indicators tracked through nutrition surveillance and national surveys.

17%
Stunting in children under 5
15%
Wasting in children under 5
20%
Underweight, under 5
26%
Anaemia in pregnant women
TREND

Stunting prevalence over time

Under-5 stunting prevalence across recent survey years. Downward movement reflects the goal of sustained reduction toward national targets.

21%
19%
18%
17%
2016 2019 2022 2025
INDICATORS AT A GLANCE

Prevalence by indicator

Stunting (under 5) 17%
Wasting (under 5) 15%
Underweight (under 5) 20%
Anaemia (pregnant women) 26%
Exclusive breastfeeding (under 6 months) 82%

Source: Demographic & Health Survey / nutrition surveillance.