Reduced prevalence of overweight and obesity

By 2030, the Government of Botswana commits to reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity among adults 25 to 64 years from 30.1% to 15.0%, in under five children from 7.5% to less than 5%, and among adolescents from 8.5% to less than 5% through promotion of healthy eating habits, regular physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and roll out of national dietary guidelines.

The commitment aligns with the GNR's emphasis on: 1. global targets to end malnutrition in all its forms, including obesity - SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being); and 2. diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and supports the global goal of halting the rise in obesity by 2030 - GNR Framework.

Indicator 1: Reduction in obesity prevalence: 10% reduction from the 2025 baseline by 2030.

Indicator 2: Implementation of Food-Based Dietary Guidelines: 100% of public health institutions and 80% of schools adopting the guidelines by 2026.

Indicator 3: 20% increase in sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax by 2027, with a measurable reduction in SSB consumption by 2030.

Indicator 4: 90% of packaged foods in the market complying with mandatory nutrition labelling by 2026 (nutrition labeling compliance)

Indicator 5: Biennial obesity surveys conducted starting in 2025, with results published within 12 months of data collection.