Strengthen the quality and reach of nutrition programme delivery in the health system

The Ministry of Health and Social Protection of Population has ensured that by 2026, therapeutic foods will be included in the national essential medicines list (NEML) and/or priority lists of products and local regulatory frameworks. This inclusion recognises that these specialised nutrition products are critical for health and well-being, particularly for children with severe acute malnutrition. The integration into local regulatory frameworks means that these products will be subject to stringent quality control and distribution standards, ensuring their availability and accessibility across the country. This strategic move aligns with broader health initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child nutritional outcomes and addressing wasting, thereby contributing to the overall goal of enhancing public health nutrition and achieving sustainable development goals. The commitment aims to reduce wasting from 6% (Demographic and Health Surveys 2023) to 4% in 2030.