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Determinants of Micronutrient Powder Coverage among Children Aged 6-23 Months in Nyarugenge District, Rwanda

Adeline Ufitinema1, Clemence Nishimwe2, Monica Mochama1

  • 1Public Health, Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda.

Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
|June 27, 2025
PubMed

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Micronutrient Powder (MNP) coverage reached 71.1% in Rwanda. Key factors influencing MNP use include child

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Nutrition Science
  • Global Health

Background:

  • Micronutrient deficiencies pose significant global health challenges, especially for pregnant women and young children.
  • Nyarugenge District, Rwanda, faces challenges in achieving adequate micronutrient intake among children.
  • Micronutrient Powders (MNPs) are a key intervention to combat deficiencies in vulnerable populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the key determinants of Micronutrient Powder (MNP) coverage among children aged 6-23 months in Nyarugenge District, Rwanda.
  • To understand factors associated with MNP utilization to inform public health strategies.
  • To provide evidence for improving MNP program effectiveness in the region.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 380 children aged 6-23 months was conducted.
  • Data analysis utilized SPSS version 21, employing logistic regression to identify determinants of MNP coverage.
  • Statistical significance was assessed using adjusted odds ratios (AOR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI).

Main Results:

  • Micronutrient Powder (MNP) coverage was observed in 71.1% of the surveyed children.
  • Positive associations with MNP coverage included older child age groups (12-23 months), postnatal care attendance, and participation in supplementary feeding programs.
  • Maternal factors such as age (30-40 years) and socioeconomic status (UBUDEHE-2) showed negative associations with MNP coverage.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating Micronutrient Powder (MNP) distribution with existing maternal and child health services is recommended.
  • Enhancing MNP coverage and adherence can be achieved through synergistic program delivery.
  • Targeted interventions considering maternal and child health service utilization are crucial for improving nutritional outcomes.
Abstract

Keywords:
MNP coverageMicronutrient powderRwandachild nutritiondeterminants

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