Lesotho has observed a 1.2% (3.6%) increase in the prevalence of stunting in children under 5, which now stands at 34.6%.
Prevalence of stunting in children under 5 in Lesotho
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Source:
Data availability:
Regions:
215
Date range: 1983 to 2023
Points:
13,760
Measure:
%
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Stunting in children
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Lesotho Stunting in children between 1992 and 2018
| Period | Stunting in children | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 34.6% | +1.2% |
| 2014 | 33.4% | -5.9% |
| 2009 | 39.3% | -5.4% |
| 2004 | 44.7% | +7.2% |
| 1993 | 37.5% | -1.7% |
| 1992 | 39.2% |