When everyone, at all times, has physical, social, and financial access to enough, safe, and nutritious food to suit their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life, then there is food security. Food availability, access to food, usage, and stability are the four pillars of food security. The idea of food security is fundamentally impacted by nutrition. With a focus on Kenya's unique context within Africa, this brief serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to grasp the complexities of food security in the region.