Why the First 8 Years of a Child’s Life Are the Most Important | UNICEF Ghana #ECCD Explainer

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Did you know that 90% of a child’s brain is developed by age 5? 🧠 Dr. Annette Imohe, Nutrition Manager #UNICEFGhana, breaks down why the first 1,000 days are the smartest investment a country can make. From health and nutrition to responsive caregiving and early learning, the new National Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Policy (2025-2029) is a roadmap for a brighter future #ForEveryChild in Ghana. 🇬🇭 🔗 Learn more: https://www.unicef.org/ghana/documents/early-childhood-care-development-eccd-policy #EarlyChildhood #ChildDevelopment