National paediatric associations should be actively involved in advocacy groups, as well as in food and nutrition policy formulation and implementation at the national level. There should be intersectorial collaboration and utilisation of all available information and scientific data for the alleviation of food crises. The training of all health professionals should be oriented to include training in nutrition, household food security, advocacy, and social mobilisation on matters of child nutrition. This should be closely linked with the provision of adequate education and counseling, especially for adolescents both in and out of school. Malaria Findings Malaria is the most frequent cause of death of children in Africa, often associated with malnutrition.
Available statistics indicate that for each minute in a day, four children in Africa die of malaria.
Early, correct diagnosis and immediate, appropriate treatment are essential to reduce mortality. It is clear that existing measures against malaria in Africa have proved inadequate to meet the need. It is recommended that top priority be given to the development of more effective preventive and therapeutic measures against malaria in Africa.