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Senegal Curbs a Traditional Rite, African-Style

17 October 2011

Media Advisory

UNFPA Report Cites Challenges, Opportunities as World Population Passes 7 Billion

17 October 2011

In the News

Challenges Loom as World Population Hits 7 Billion

17 October 2011

News

Twenty-five Children: A Safety Net in Kenya’s Poorest Region

14 October 2011

In the News

Senegal's 'Small Revolution' in Family Planning

13 October 2011

News

Addressing Low Fertility in a World of 7 Billion: Macedonians Try Financial Incentives

Although the global population is increasing rapidly, demographic trends in different parts of the world diverge wildly. In many parts of Europe, for example, low birth rates have led to declining and ageing populations. Here's a report from The former Republic of Macedonia, one of the countries featured in the 2011 State of World Population.

13 October 2011

Press Release

UNFPA Providing Lifesaving Services to Pregnant Women Affected by Floods in Pakistan

12 October 2011

News

Encouraging Expectant Mothers in Dadaab to Take Advantage of Obstetric Care

Fatuma Mohammed, who is roughly 8 months pregnant, watches over her two severly malnourished daughters in the intensive care section of the MSF hospital in Dagahaley camp after fleeing a prolonged drought in Somalia. Photo: Lynsey Addario

07 October 2011

News

Ending Gender Imbalances Must Remain International Priority, Says UNFPA’s Asia-Pacific Director

Nobuko Horibe,the Director of UNFPA's Asia ans Pacific Regional Office, speaking at the international forum on skewed sex ratios.

05 October 2011

Statement

Older Persons in a World of 7 Billion

01 October 2011

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