World Bank report highlights Tanzania's progress in reducing infant and child mortality, but warns of population growth challenges due to high fertility rates.

World Bank report highlights Tanzania's progress in reducing infant and child mortality but underscores the need for accelerated efforts to decrease fertility rates. With a population growth rate of 3%, Tanzania's population is set to double in 23 years, posing challenges for social services and economic growth. The report suggests measures like expanding secondary education, scaling up family planning services, and promoting women's economic empowerment to unlock the demographic dividend.

March 12, 2024
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