The acute malnutrition situation in Mozambique is worsening, with an estimated 144,270 children aged 6 to 59 months and 23,158 pregnant and breastfeeding women needing treatment over the next 12 months.

For the projection period (October 2024 to March 2025), the prevalence of acute malnutrition is expected to deteriorate, with most districts likely remaining within the same IPC AMN phases. However, Memba in Nampula province and Nicoadala in Zambézia province are expected to worsen from IPC AMN Phase 2 (Alert) to IPC AMN Phase 3 (Serious). Additionally, Monapo, Luabo, and Macossa are expected to shift from IPC AMN Phase 1 (Acceptable) to IPC AMN Phase 2 (Alert).

• In districts where the situation is classified as Alert or Serious, interventions are essential to treat existing cases of acute malnutrition, enhance response capacity, and build resilience by addressing the key factors contributing to malnutrition. Additionally, it's important to monitor conditions and plan responses as needed.
• In districts where the situation is classified as Acceptable, actions are needed to treat existing cases of acute malnutrition and prevent further deterioration.
• Overall, it is crucial to monitor risk factors consistently. If there is a significant change—whether improvement or deterioration—an update to the situation’s projection in the respective districts should be conducted.