To commemorate World Children's Day, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has published a Situation Analysis report detailing the wellbeing of children and adolescents in South Africa across various social sectors including, health, nutrition, education, water and sanitation and social protection.

Amongst the key findings is that an alarming 62% of children are experiencing multidimensional poverty, with significantly higher rates in rural areas (88%) compared to urban areas (41%).

We spoke to UNICEF South Africa’s Representative, Christine Muhigana.

To commemorate World Children's Day, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has published a Situation Analysis report detailing the wellbeing of children and adolescents in South Africa across various social sectors including, health, nutrition, education, water and sanitation and social protection.
Amongst the key findings is that an alarming 62% of children are experiencing multidimensional poverty, with significantly higher rates in rural areas (88%) compared to urban areas (41%).
We spoke to UNICEF South Africa’s Representative, Christine Muhigana.

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