Food assistance efforts are being expanded to address severe insecurity and rising malnutrition. A previous initiative helped nearly 95,000 people and showed improved consumption and dietary diversity. Monitoring indicated a rise in acceptable consumption scores.

A new phase of the initiative will provide monthly assistance to 10,000 people from severely insecure households. Families will receive either cash or vouchers to purchase food, depending on market conditions and financial services availability. Further details about this initiative are available from the source, including information on the partnership behind the effort and its goals.