Malawi: Prevalence of undernourishment

The latest value from 2023 is 21.4 percent, an increase from 20.7 percent in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 9.71 percent, based on data from 162 countries. Historically, the average for Malawi from 2001 to 2023 is 18.52 percent. The minimum value, 13.9 percent, was reached in 2011 while the maximum of 24.1 percent was recorded in 2003. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Prevalence of undernourishments is the percentage of the population whose habitual food consumption is insufficient to provide the dietary energy levels that are required to maintain a normal active and healthy life. Data showing as 2.5 may signify a prevalence of undernourishment below 2.5%.