DAR ES SALAAM, Aug. 11 -- GOOD nutrition is not only a pillar of good health but also a driving force for economic growth within communities.

Here, a well-nourished population is healthier, more productive, and better equipped to contribute to the workforce.

When individuals, particularly children, receive adequate nutrition from an early age, they develop stronger cognitive abilities and physical stamina, enabling them to perform better in school and later secure skilled employment.

This translates into a more capable labor force that can support industries, entrepreneurship and innovation, ultimately boosting the communitys overall productivity.

However improved nutrition reduces the economic burden caused by preventable illnesses....