The prevalence of underweight in female children under 5 in Lesotho currently stands at 9.1%, which is 0.6% (7.1%) higher than 2014.
Prevalence of underweight in female children under 5 in Lesotho
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Source:
Data availability:
Regions:
215
Date range: 1986 to 2023
Points:
13,760
Measure:
%
Similar regions to Lesotho
Female underweight children
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intl dollar37
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Lesotho Female underweight children between 2004 and 2018
| Period | Female underweight children | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 9.1% | +0.6% |
| 2014 | 8.5% | -2.5% |
| 2009 | 11% | -5% |
| 2004 | 16% |