58% of children under 5 are anaemic, and only 6% meet minimum acceptable diet standards. Exclusive breastfeeding remains low at just 29% for children under 6 months.
Early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding indicators
40% of infants under 6 months are already receiving solid foods, and 16% are given formula or animal milk alongside breast milk.
Urban children are more likely to meet minimum acceptable diet (10%) compared to rural (4%) — but both remain critically low.
IYCF indicators for children age 6-23 months
Percent meeting each standard
Children 6-23 months consuming:
Prevalence of anaemia in children and women
By severity level
Pregnant vs non-pregnant
Stunting, wasting, and underweight among children under 5
Percent of children under 5 with each condition
Percent of children 6-23 months meeting minimum acceptable diet
Urban vs rural
Education level of the mother