Mildred Mushunje and Dean Mutata Why Zimbabwe must urgently invest in youth reproductive health and safe abortion care to unlock its demographic dividend Sub-Saharan Africa is recorded as having one of the world’s youngest populations, and Zimbabwe is a striking example. With adolescents and young people constituting roughly 60%–62% of the population, the country is experiencing a significant youth bulge. This is not a burden; it is a demographic opportunity. Healthy, informed, and empowered young people translate into productive economies, strengthened gender equality, and a foundation for sustainable development and…
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