Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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Urban Food Security Initiatives in Kampala, Uganda: Two-Year Impact on Nutritional Status

Sembereika Okiekko, Medical Research Council (MRC)/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit Okello Kigozi, Department of Advanced Studies, Medical Research Council (MRC)/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit Kabwita Musoke, Department of Research, Kampala International University (KIU)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18900804
Published: August 18, 2009

Abstract

Urban food security initiatives in Kampala, Uganda have been implemented to address malnutrition among vulnerable populations. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including quantitative data from surveys and qualitative insights from focus group discussions. Nutritional status improved significantly in the intervention areas compared to control sites; specific improvements noted include a 20% increase in vitamin A intake among children under five. The initiatives have had positive effects on nutritional outcomes, particularly for vulnerable groups such as young children and pregnant women. Further research should explore the sustainability of these interventions over longer periods and evaluate their broader impacts beyond nutrition. Urban food security, malnutrition, nutritional status, Kampala, Uganda

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Sembereika Okiekko, Okello Kigozi, Kabwita Musoke (2009). Urban Food Security Initiatives in Kampala, Uganda: Two-Year Impact on Nutritional Status. African Public Sector Ethics (Public, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18900804

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UgandaUrbanizationFood SecurityNutrition ImpactMixed-Methods AnalysisVulnerability StudiesCommunity Engagement

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