His Majesty King Letsie III is poised to play a pivotal role as the African Union Champion for Nutrition at the upcoming Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit, scheduled to take place in Paris from March 27 to 28, 2025. The event, organized by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, is set to bring together global leaders and stakeholders committed to addressing the critical nutritional challenges facing the world.
King Letsie III’s participation highlights the African Union’s commitment to tackling nutrition issues on the continent and globally. As the AU Champion for Nutrition, His Majesty’s involvement underscores the importance of nutritional interventions to ensure the well-being and development of populations, particularly in regions struggling with food insecurity and malnutrition.
The N4G Summit represents a key moment for world leaders to focus on promoting nutrition and sustainable development. The gathering will bring together an impressive array of stakeholders, including heads of state, government officials, bilateral and multilateral donors, civil society organizations, UN entities, philanthropic foundations, private sector representatives, research institutions, and media personnel. The summit aims to foster collaboration and implement holistic strategies to address the pressing challenges related to nutrition worldwide.
One of the central issues to be discussed at the summit is the urgent need to bridge the significant funding gap in nutrition initiatives. Current estimates reveal a $13 billion annual shortfall, a funding deficit that significantly hampers the effectiveness of nutrition-related programs aimed at combating malnutrition, stunting, and other food insecurity challenges.
The N4G Summit serves as a call to action for governments, international organizations, and various sectors to step up efforts and investments to address the global nutrition crisis. With His Majesty King Letsie III representing Africa at this crucial summit, there is an opportunity to highlight the importance of nutrition in driving sustainable development and improving health outcomes across the continent.
