The WHO regional office for Africa promotes, coordinates, and implements technical cooperation activities directed to the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), related risk factors, disabilities, and mental, neurological and substance abuse disorders that are sound and appropriate for the culture and society.

In addition to the Comprehensive implementation plan on maternal, infant and young child nutrition, other global and regional strategies for addressing the double burden of malnutrition have been endorsed by the World Health Assembly and regional committees. Additionally, the WHO Secretariat has developed guidance and tools to support implementation of the respective global and regional strategies.