Kwango: Beyond Agriculture as a Response to Malnutrition in Popokabaka, a Global Intervention Requested

Author: actualite.cdPublished on: September 16, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Kwango: Beyond Agriculture as a Response to Malnutrition in Popokabaka, a Global Intervention Requested

In Popokabaka, malnutrition affects 63% of children aged 0 to 59 months, according to a 2023 survey. Population displacements and epidemics, such as measles, worsen the situation. Community initiatives, such as gardening, are emerging, but Dr. Alain Mboko emphasizes that sustainable interventions are needed to improve food security and access to quality nutrition.

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