South Africa: Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life - Strengthen What Works

Document - The Southern African Development Community (SADC) joins the global community in commemorating World Breastfeeding Week 2026, observed annually from 1-7 August 2026. This year's theme, "Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works," calls on governments, health systems, workplaces, communities and families to scale up proven interventions that protect, promote and support breastfeeding.