Child malnutrition in sub-Saharan Africa: A meta-analysis of demographic and health surveys (2006-2016)

Background Sub-Saharan Africa has one of the highest levels of child malnutrition globally. Therefore, a critical look at the distribution of malnutrition within its sub-regions is required to identify the worst affected areas. This study provides a meta-analysis of the prevalence of malnutrition indicators (stunting, wasting and underweight) within four sub-regions of sub-Saharan Africa. Methods Cross-sectional data from the most recent...