• What are problem key micronutrients in Mozambique?
  • Iron, vitamin A and zinc are commonly referred to as problem key micronutrients to be addressed as part of national efforts. An analysis of available data allows for the identification of major food sources that contribute to the production and consumption of these key nutrients in Mozambique.
  • How does malnutrition affect children in Mozambique?
  • Chronic malnutrition affects 43% of children under five years old in Mozambique. In Mozambique, more than 70% of poor households live in rural areas and mostly depend on agriculture for food and income. The sector employs 80% of the workforce. 54% of households in Mozambique cannot afford a nutritious diet that meets minimum nutrient needs.
  • Is a nutritious diet a problem in Mozambique?
  • 54% of households in Mozambique cannot afford a nutritious diet that meets minimum nutrient needs. There is a strong correlation between nutritious diet non-affordability and stunting prevalence by province. Iron, vitamin A and zinc are commonly referred to as problem key micronutrients to be addressed as part of national efforts.
  • Can Mozambique afford an energy-only diet?
  • Most families in Mozambique could afford an energy-only diet, with only 7% of households unable to do so. Non-affordability of the energy-only diet was highest in Zambezia (13%) and Gaza (13%). A nutritious diet was most expensive in Cabo Delgado, Niassa and Tete, likely due to lower availability of nutritious foods.
  • How much does malnutrition cost Mozambique?
  • The 2016 Cost of Hunger in Africa study reveals that in 2015 malnutrition cost Mozambique almost 11% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ¨C equivalent to US$ 1.7 billion. The loss of potential productivity as a result of malnutrition-related mortality, morbidity and reduced cognitive development accounts for the largest share of that.
  • How poor is Mozambique?
  • In Mozambique, more than 70% of poor households live in rural areas and mostly depend on agriculture for food and income. The sector employs 80% of the workforce , and is the main source of income for more than 70% of the population. In general, agricultural productivity is low in the country .