Child Nutrition Report 2024

According to the recently released Child Nutrition Report 2024, one in four children under the age of five worldwide is experiencing severe food poverty.

1. This report, published by UNICEF, examines the status, trends, inequities, and drivers of child food poverty in early childhood, particularly in low-and middle-income countries.

Key Points of Child Nutrition Report 2024:

1. One in four children under age 5: Approximately 27% of children under age 5, which amounts to 181 million worldwide, are experiencing severe food poverty and are at risk for life-threatening malnutrition.

2. Regional Distribution: Over two-thirds of children living in severe food poverty reside in South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. 20 countries account for 65% of children experiencing severe food poverty.

3. Affected Countries: The countries with the highest rates of severe child food poverty include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, China, Côte d'Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, Somalia, South Africa, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, and Yemen.

4. Socioeconomic Factors: The report highlights that children in both poor and non-poor households face severe food poverty. Approximately half (97 million) of the children in severe food poverty live in middle- and upper-income households.

About UNICEF:

1. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) was established in 1946 to provide emergency food and healthcare to children and mothers in countries affected by World War II.
2. Over the years, its mandate has expanded to address the long-term needs of children and women in developing countries worldwide.
3. UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories, reaching the most vulnerable children and young people in challenging environments.
4. The organization supports immunization programs, HIV/AIDS prevention initiatives, health services, educational facilities, and other welfare services.

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