Turkana flags off two-months nutrition supplies to five sub counties

Turkana County Government has flagged off a two-month consignment of nutrition supplies to treat cases of Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) among children aged 6 to 59 months in five sub-counties, including the hard-to-reach areas of Suguta and Kibish. County Executive Member for..

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The Turkana County Government has dispatched a two-month supply of nutrition aid to combat Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) in five sub-counties. The initiative targets children aged 6 to 59 months, particularly in difficult-to-reach areas.

10,133 bags of Corn-Soy Blend (CSB++) were flagged off for Loima, Lokiriama, Lokichoggio, Kibish, and Suguta.
County Executive Member for Health and Sanitation Dr. Joseph Epem oversaw the dispatch, emphasizing the "last mile approach" for delivery.
Malnutrition cases have surged to over 35% in some areas, a significant increase from 21% in 2024, largely due to prolonged drought.