Monthly Archives: June 2016

Spotlight on Implementing Agencies: Lesotho

Written by: The DHS Program

16 Jun, 2016

Name(s): Mrs. Anna Malefa Masheane/Moseneke (HIV/TB Clinical Officer), Miss Motsoanku Grace ‘Mefane (Sexual and Reproductive Health Manager), Miss Mahlape Ramoseme (Chief Statistician), and Mr. Leutsoa Matsoso (Head M&E Officer) of the Ministry of Health. Country of origin:  Lesotho When not working, favorite place to visit: Anna: At the stadium watching football. Motsoanku Grace: Public places […]


Anthropometry measurement (height and weight) is a core component of DHS surveys that is used to generate indicators on nutritional status. The Biomarker Questionnaire now includes questions on clothing and hairstyle interference on measurements for both women and children for improved interpretation.