This archive report was first published on 20 November 2019.
The International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in Kenya recently has brought to the forefront a contentious issue: population control. The conference, which marked 25 years since the first ICPD in Cairo, aimed to advance human well-being by placing individual rights at the center of the global development agenda.
One of the key objectives of the conference was to ensure access to reproductive health, including family planning, abortion, and maternal welfare. However, this agenda has been met with resistance from churches and activists, who have been at loggerheads over the issue of safe abortion and contraceptives.
According to census results, more developed areas of the country have smaller families and better access to healthcare, including reproductive healthcare. This raises questions about the connection between economic well-being and access to reproductive health.
It's worth noting that even in developed countries like the USA, the issue of population control remains contentious, with some advocating for smaller families and others worried about declining populations.
Ultimately, the debate on population control is a complex one, with no easy answers. As Kenya grapples with this issue, it's essential to consider the economic consequences of reproductive healthcare and the impact on families and individuals.
