43% of Namibia's population are children
Namibia has about 1.29 million children, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). The NSA says this represents 42.7% of the country’s three million population. The NSA released the figures on Tuesday morning as part of the Day of the African Child. The NSA said children make up an estimated 690 million of Africa’s population, representing about 45% of its population. This year’s Day of the African Child is being observed under the theme ‘Ensuring universal access to
The Namibia Statistics Agency reports that 1.29 million children make up 42.7% of the country's population of three million. This data was released on the Day of the African Child, highlighting the need to ensure access to water, sanitation, and hygiene for all children. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasized the importance of protecting children and addressing issues like abuse and neglect. The UNICEF report indicates that over 65 million children in eastern and southern Africa face climate-related risks. These risks include droughts, floods, and storms, which disrupt essential services like education and healthcare. The report also notes that many children lack access to clean water and sanitation. Climate shocks are worsening inequalities and threatening children's futures. Somalia and Madagascar are among the most affected regions, with South Sudan facing severe climate challenges.
This highlights the urgent need to address children's rights and climate vulnerabilities in Africa.
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