How can we promote exclusive breastfeeding in the informal economy in Ug
Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES)DRRES-58
This Rapid Response should be cited as
ACRES (2022) How can we promote exclusive breastfeeding in the informal economy in Uganda; A Rapid Response Brief. Kampala: The Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis
Summary
Background: The Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development is leading efforts to develop regulations on 'Breastfeeding and childcare facilities' in Uganda. However, the regulations are dominated by provisions for the formal economy, with little provisions for the informal economy. Findings: Strategies to achieve exclusive breastfeeding are multi-pronged and include engaging women and potential actors, sensitising employers and co-workers, considering maternity leave cash transfers, setting up breastfeeding facilities, and monitoring and evaluation. Conclusion: The strategies rely on engagement, advocacy and lobbying as policies and regulations of the informal economy remain a challenge in Uganda.