Key Breastfeeding Metrics Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) Rates According to data released by the National Department of Health and the National Food and Nutrition Security Survey, SA’s exclusive breastfeeding rate for infants under 6 months old has experienced a troubling downward trend: • (2024–2026): 22% of infants under six months are exclusively breastfed. • This is a notable decline from the 32% reported in the 2016 South African Demographic and Health Survey (SADHS).

Why does nutrition matter? Food provides your body and mind with what they need to thrive, influencing your vitality, productivity, and quality of life at every stage. It also contributes towards: Disease Prevention Energy & Performance Stronger Immunity Mental Health Growth & Development Weight Management Recovery Statistics - 69%of South African women (aged 15+) are overweight or obese. - 20% of women are severely obese. - Obesity is particularly high among black African wo