Erudite Series on the future of Africa: Population
Africa’s population future and the impact of a more rapid demographic transition and investments in health on development outcomes.
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Date: 23 June 2023
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Time: 11:30 – 12:30 (GNT+2)
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Venue: Online via Zoom
Overview
The Demographics and Health scenario shows that rapid uptake of contraceptive use and lower child and maternal mortality rates can have a large impact on fertility. The scenario will also improve incomes and reduce poverty.
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Development partners
The ISS is grateful for support from the members of the ISS Partnership Forum: the Hanns Seidel Foundation, the European Union, the Open Society Foundations and the governments of Denmark, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden.
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