A Recent nutritional assessment in Ngorongoro District, Arusha Region, conducted during the first quarter of the year (July to September 2024), found that 30,940 children, representing 92.81 per cent, have a good nutritional status.
The findings were shared during a meeting held in the district council's conference hall, chaired by Boniface Lugola, the acting District Commissioner and District Administrative Officer.
Lugola highlighted the improved nutritional status of children in the district, noting an increase in the percentage of children with good nutrition. He commended nutrition officers and health stakeholders for their dedication to improving children's health and eradicating malnutrition.
“We appreciate the hard work of nutrition officers, ward officials, and other professionals. Let us maintain our efforts to eliminate malnutrition in our district completely,” Lugola remarked.
He called on health committee members to prioritize community-based nutrition initiatives, starting from schools and homes, and emphasized planting fruit trees as part of a broader campaign to promote healthy eating.
“While the progress is encouraging, we must take concrete actions. Let’s ensure fruit trees are planted in schools and promote their growth to enhance nutrition for children and the community at large,” he added.
District Nutrition Officer Angela Mbaga presented a report detailing the assessment of 33,337 children. Among them, 30,940 children (92.81%) had good nutrition, while 2,317 children (6.95%) were identified as malnourished.
During the quarter, the district celebrated health and nutrition days in seven of its 28 wards: Maalon, Ololosokwan, Oloipiri, Kirangi, Orgosorock, Enguserosambu, and Olorien Magaiduru. These events featured mobile health clinics, nutritional assessments for adults, and counseling on proper dietary practices.
Additionally, 12,156 out of 12,511 pregnant women were provided with iron supplements to improve their health. They also received education on balanced diets, meal preparation, and complementary feeding for young children.
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