The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to combating stunting, which affects over 30% of children under the age of five, while also addressing the challenges of overweight and micronutrient deficiencies through the National Multisectoral Nutrition Action Plan.

Over 1,500 scientists, policymakers, farmers, and experts from around the world are attending the International Conference on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Health taking place in Dar es Salaam. The event is co-hosted by Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.