Goal
Reduce prevalence of child malnutrition
NutritionImprovement through Cash(NICHE)
Ministry of Health, Kenya
| Verification status | Find out more |
|---|---|
| NAF SMARTness index | Lower moderate Find out more |
| Progress status | On course See progress details |
| Targeted location | Sub-national - The program is in five counties of Turkana, West Pokot, Marsabit, Kitui and Kilifi. |
| Targeted population | Overall population (all ages, both sexes) |
| Population coverage | 23,500 |
| Duration | January 2019 - December 2023 |
Progress
Indicator
| Primary indicator | Prevelence Of Stunting, Annual Kes Disbursed |
|---|---|
| Indicator monitor | - NICHE program aims at improving Nutrition outcomes for Children under 2 years, pregnant women & lactating mothers. Routine monitoring is done |
Reports
| Stage | Measurement Date | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline | 2014 | 26% | |
| Progress report | July 2022 | 18% |
On course
The reported progress indicates that the expected level thus far had been achieved, though must be maintained until the end date is reached.
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| Target | December 2023 | 24% |
Nutrition Action Classification
Enabling
- Financial
- Operational
- Leadership and governance
- Research monitoring and data
Policy
- Food environment
- Food supply chain
- Consumer knowledge
- Nutrition care services
Impact
- Undernutrition
- Diet
- Obesity and diet-related NCDs
- Food and nutrition security
