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Recent trends in Tanzanian fertility.

A Hinde, A J Mturi

    Population Studies
    |October 20, 2001
    PubMed
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    Area of Science:

    • Demography
    • Population Studies
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Assessing fertility trends in sub-Saharan Africa is crucial for understanding population dynamics.
    • Tanzania's demographic transition provides a case study for regional trends.

    Observation:

    • Fertility decline in Tanzania commenced in the late 1970s/early 1980s, with notable urban concentration.
    • Contraceptive prevalence rose significantly post-1990, reaching nearly 20% among married women.
    • Increased age at marriage and the AIDS epidemic also contributed to the fertility reduction.

    Findings:

    • The primary driver of Tanzania's fertility decline is reduced marital fertility linked to increased contraceptive use.
    • The observed pattern of decline mirrors trends previously seen in Kenya and Zimbabwe.
    • The fertility transition in Tanzania is influenced by multiple socio-demographic factors.

    Implications:

    • Understanding the drivers of fertility decline in Tanzania offers insights into broader sub-Saharan African demographic transitions.
    • The findings raise questions about the social and economic prerequisites for fertility transitions in the region.
    • This research informs public health and development policies related to reproductive health and population planning.

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