Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report
Summary
A report by the South Sudanese government and Save the Children shows that about 64% of children in South Sudan are involved in child labor, with some areas seeing rates as high as 90%. The study highlights that children are forced into exploitation due to factors like conflict, flooding, and disease. The government plans to use this information to take action against child labor.Key Facts
- Around 64% of children aged 5 to 17 in South Sudan are engaged in child labor.
- In the hardest-hit regions, child labor rates can reach up to 90%.
- Common forms of labor include gold mining, farming, and working with armed groups.
- Boys often work in dangerous industries, while girls face risks like forced marriage.
- Education is seen as a key factor in preventing child exploitation.
- The study covered 418 households across seven states in South Sudan.
- Nearly one million people in South Sudan have been affected by severe flooding.
- The government plans to use the study's findings to take action against child labor.
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