Nafisa Binte Shafigue

Nafisa Binte Shafigue is a representative of UNICEF in Gambia, known for her advocacy in promoting breastfeeding as a crucial element of child health and development. Recently, she emphasized the importance of breastfeeding as 'the first vaccine, the first food, and the first bond,' highlighting its significant health benefits, including its ability to prevent diarrhoeal episodes and respiratory infections. Shafigue calls for men to play an active role in supporting breastfeeding, advocating for stronger workplace protections for mothers, and celebrating improvements in infant feeding practices within the community.