Profiles

The Reality for Women and Children in Africa

African women account for two thirds of the world’s 774 million adult illiterates – a proportion that is unchanged over the past two decades.  In Sub-Saharan Africa 81% of boys were enrolled at primary school during 2005-2009, compared to only 77% of girls. With just 11% of the world’s population, Africa accounts for more than …

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