Securing Africa’s Future: The Urgent Fight Against Child Stunting

In this message, former Deputy Prime Minister and our Founder, H.E. Demeke Mekonnen, breaks down the critical urgency of early childhood nutrition. Under his leadership, the Seqota Declaration was launched in 2015 as a bold, multi-sectoral commitment to end child stunting in Ethiopia by 2030. He states that if we miss the vital window between birth and a child’s second birthday, the damage to their physical and cognitive development is incredibly difficult to reverse. Ensuring proper nutrition is not just a health initiative; it is a fundamental responsibility of governments, parents, and the entire community. At the YADAM Foundation, we are proud to carry the legacy of the Seqota Declaration forward, scaling these life-saving practices across Africa!