Stakeholder-engagement on assessment of implementation considerations for food-policy interventions for prevention of overweight and obesity in Kenya and evaluation of the engagement process

Background Global prevalence of overweight and obesity continues to rise, underscoring the need for context-specific evidence to guide policy. Our previous modelling showed that promoting indigenous foods, a 20% sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax, and kilojoule menu labelling in Kenyan restaurants were health-promoting and cost-effective. Cost-effectiveness evidence is strengthened when considered alongside broader policy implementation considerations. This study engaged stakeholders to assess implementation considerations and evaluate the engagement process. Methods Consistent with the Assessing Cost-Effectiveness approach, we engaged stakeholders recruited through purposive and snowball sa