Malnutrition is a major public health problem in developing countries, especially in countries with violence emerging from armed conflicts. In Cameroon, armed conflict has stirred up the challenges in addressing malnutrition. Not much is known about the nutritional status of internally displaced children in the country. The objective of this study is to provide a baseline information about the nutritional status of children displaced from the south and north west regions as a result of the Anglophone Crises in Cameroon. This will guide in developing new strategies in addressing the silent emergency. The Douala City of the Littoral region was chosen because it represents a large number of displaced families from different communities in the Anglophone region. Data was collected from a total of 145 internally displaced children under-five, and the prevalence of stunting, wasting, underweight, and anemia was determined, alongside nutritional-related associated factors.
 
This research-based book sheds light on one of Cameroon’s most pressing but often overlooked emergencies: the nutritional status of internally displaced children under five.
 
Why this work matters:
Provides baseline evidence on the nutritional challenges faced by displaced children.
Equips humanitarian organizations, NGOs, and policymakers with data to design informed interventions.
Supports health institutions, researchers, and students in understanding the intersection between conflict, displacement, and malnutrition.
Serves as a strategic guide for developing practical solutions to address this silent public health emergency.
 
By offering clear insights and evidence, this book becomes an essential resource for stakeholders working to improve child health and well-being in crisis-affected communities.