Understanding the Social Protection Implications of Changing Demographics in Rwanda

This study makes recommendations on priority actions to support both policy makers and development partners

From:
Department for International Development
Published
28 February 2018
Country:
Rwanda
Document Type:
Country Report
Theme:
Social Change
Authors:
Sabates-Wheeler, R, Wylde, E, Ulrichs, M, Aboderin, I

Abstract

This study:

  • consolidates existing literature and demographic data for Rwanda;

  • identifies longer-term constraints and opportunities for harnessing Rwanda’s demographic transition through a social protection lens;

  • makes recommendations on priority actions to support both policy makers and development partners in planning for Rwanda’s changing population and age.

The study is an output from the Department for International Development’s ‘Strengthening Research Systems for Poverty Reduction in East Africa Programme’

Citation

  • Rachel Sabates-Wheeler, Emily Wylde, Martina Ulrichs, Isabella Aboderin, Jeannette Bayisenge, Albert Irambeshya (2018) Population Ageing in Rwanda: Current Needs, Future Projections, and Implications for Policy: Final Report. Brighton: Institute of Development Studies

  • Centre for Social Protection (2018) What are the implications of ageing and demographic change in Rwanda? IDS Policy Briefing, Issue February 2018.

Population Ageing in Rwanda: Current Needs, Future Projections, and Implications for Policy: Final Report

What are the implications of ageing and demographic change in Rwanda? - Policy Briefing

Published 28 February 2018
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