Market Surveillance Study for Fortified Foods in Uganda: Study Report (September 2023)

The study was conducted by USAID Advancing Nutrition and aims to assess the performance of Uganda's food fortification program. The report provides an overview of the micronutrient status and dietary patterns in Uganda, the food fortification program in the country, and the study's objectives and methodology. The study collected 216 food samples from various regions in Uganda, including maize flour, wheat flour, edible oils and fats, and salt, and analyzed them for the presence and concentration of micronutrients such as iron, vitamin A, zinc, and iodine. The report presents the findings of the study, including the availability of fortified food brands, the quality of fortification, and compliance with national standards.