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Mapping South Africa’s hotspots for mothers under the age of 20 years

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Births to mothers under the age of 20 years remain a significant share of South Africa’s of 9.6-million national birth records spanning over a decade (2014–2023) maps provincial and district hotspots, links late registration to service barriers and recommends targeted outreach, youth-friendly services and campaigns to promote timely birth registration.

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/32359140

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7162099226

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