United Nations System Standing Committee on Nutrition
Working Group on Micronutrients



 

2006 Report on Activities Related to Micronutrient Deficiencies

South Africa


Total Population (2005): 47,432,000
Children 0-5 years: 5,223,000
Children 0-18 years:
18,417,000

 

 

 

Reporting Organization

Summary of Activities Based on Information Provided

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Micronutrient Initiative
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  • Desk review for use of OFSP as a complementary food
  • In discussion with partners on salt industry
  • Support to NFA

Yes

Food and Agriculture Organization (Nutrition Planning, Assessment and Evaluation Service)
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  • Promotion of the production and consumption of indigenous vegetable crops in vulnerable communities to meet the recommended intakes of vitamins A and C, and iron throughout the year

Yes

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