Malawi: UNFPA Urges Govt to Improve Girl Education

Johannesburg — United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)Executive Director Dr Babatunde Osotimehin has urged Malawi Government to promote girl education beyond primary school level saying secondary education reduces the risks that girls face towards their economic well-being.

Osotimehin said this on Monday when he met with Malawi leader on the side-lines of the 25th AU Summit Johannesburg, South Africa.

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