An International Day of Older Persons has raised awareness of opportunities and challenges faced by ageing populations, and the need to mobilise the wider community to address difficulties faced by older people.

The United Nations has called on governments to look at ways to strengthen care and Support Systems for Older Persons Worldwide.

Channel Africa's Mabu Boloka spoke to Carole Osero-Ageng'o, the Leader of the development of HelpAge International's Global Initiatives and the Regional Representative for Africa.