Uganda in the Lead
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🌳 Top CO2 Absorbing Forests
In 2022, Uganda's forests absorbed 43.07 Mt of CO2, showcasing their vital role in carbon sequestration.
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💊 High Antimalarial Treatment for Children
In 2019, 62.5% of Ugandan children under age 5 with fever received antimalarial drugs, reflecting strong efforts in combating malaria.
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🚫 Low Female Genital Mutilation Prevalence
In 2016, Uganda reported a low prevalence of female genital mutilation at just 0.3%, indicating progress in eliminating this harmful practice.
Uganda Following Behind
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🛡️ Limited Social Safety Coverage
In 2016, only 1.52% of Uganda's population was covered by social protection and labor programs, indicating a need for improved social safety nets.
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🔍 Minimal Social Insurance Reach
In 2016, social insurance programs covered only 0.65% of Uganda's population, with the poorest quintile receiving a mere 0.03% coverage.
