Today marks International Literacy Day and according to non-governmental organisation, ForAfrika,  good nutrition is essential for the academic performance that is required for young people to succeed in a modern knowledge economy. The charity says African nations can vastly improve their economic potential by ensuring that children are well nourished. However, nearly 56-million children across Africa, are stunted, according to a Southern African Development Community report released this year. To shed more light on this, Lulu Gabo speaks to Sihle Mooi, South Africa country director at ForAfrika...

<p>Today marks International Literacy Day and according to non-governmental organisation, ForAfrika,  good nutrition is essential for the academic performance that is required for young people to succeed in a modern knowledge economy. The charity says African nations can vastly improve their economic potential by ensuring that children are well nourished. However, nearly 56-million children across Africa, are stunted, according to a Southern African Development Community report released this year. To shed more light on this, Lulu Gabo speaks to Sihle Mooi, South Africa country director at ForAfrika...</p>

Fast-paced news and current affairs updates, dealing with topical issues & breaking stories.

<p>Fast-paced news and current affairs updates, dealing with topical issues &amp; breaking stories.</p>

Advertisement