But even as the fertility rates drop, Kenya’s population is still rising. That means Kenya’s population is ageing, and calls for a rethink of the country’s economic, health, and social support policies. With fertility this low, population growth will give way to population decline and population ageing will be rapid. It is important to note that the three counties with the highest fertility rates also have the lowest literacy levels. An ageing population will require better healthcare services and social support programmes, yet it will offer less productivity compared to the current youthful generation.

Source: Daily Nation September 11, 2017 18:45 UTC