African Nations Register Fewer Than Half Of Births, Inhibiting Children’s Access To Education, Health Care, Experts Say
VOA News: Less Than Half of African Births Properly Registered
“African birth registration officials meeting in Cameroon say more than half of births in Africa are not registered, which can make it hard for children to enroll in school or access health care. Experts say legal reforms and education for parents and registration authorities are key…” (Kindzeka, 11/17).
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