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Research and reports

UNICEF’s work is grounded in empirical data, rigorous research and thoughtful analysis.

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Latest publications

UNICEF supports and uses research, evaluations and data to determine what works best for children in Eastern and Southern Africa. We draw on sound evidence to create programmes, campaigns and initiatives where they are most needed. Explore our reports, data and research from across the region.

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Scaling what works for early childhood development

Compendium of good practices in ECD policies and programmes in Eastern and Southern Africa and beyond

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Children displaced in a changing climate

Minimizing risk of displacement and preparing for climate mobility in Eastern & Southern Africa

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Climate and Education in Eastern and Southern Africa

Building climate resilience in Eastern and Southern Africa through education

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Every Child Counted – Advancing Birth Registration in Africa

A policy paper advocating for and supporting every child’s right to a legal identity

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G20 2025 Development Group Ministerial

New Ministerial Call to Action on social protection

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Strengthening families to prevent family separation in ESAR

Paper on Prevention of family separation

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From Promises to Protection

Why sustainable investment for child protection is critical to Africa’s human capital agenda

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Transforming food systems for children

How UNICEF is addressing the double failure of food systems for children in Eastern and Southern Africa

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Knowledge and analysis

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Child poverty analysis

Supporting governments to measure and monitor child poverty
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Public finance analyses

Supporting governments to make domestic resources and budget processes work better for children
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What we do

UNICEF's work in Eastern and Southern Africa

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Stories

Meet the children and young people whose rights UNICEF works to protect every day

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Find the latest news on issues affecting children across Eastern and Southern Africa

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