In Zambia, the prevalence of underweight in male children under 5 is now 13.5%, representing a decrease of 2.8% (-17.2%) since 2013.
Prevalence of underweight in male children under 5 in Zambia
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Source:
Data availability:
Regions:
215
Date range: 1986 to 2023
Points:
13,760
Measure:
%
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Male underweight children
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Zambia Male underweight children between 1992 and 2018
| Period | Male underweight children | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2013 | 16.3% | -0.6% |
| 2007 | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| 2002 | 24.3% | +3.2% |
| 1996 | 21.1% | -1.2% |
| 1992 | 22.3% |