UNFPA Lesotho
A least developed country according to the Human Development Index, Lesotho is a landlocked country surrounded by South Africa. With more than half the population living below the poverty line, it faces major challenges including high HIV prevalence and a high maternal mortality rate. UNFPA initiatives in Lesotho, among others, provide support to reduce maternal mortality, prevent HIV, particularly among youth, reduce gender inequality, and develop quality data related to population issues.
Data overview
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Population
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Population aged 0-14
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Population aged 15-64
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Population aged 65+
Maternal and newborn health
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Births attended by skilled health personnel
Sexual and reproductive health
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CPR any method
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Unmet need
Education
Fertility
Total fertility rate, per woman, 2010-2015
Life expectancy
Life expectancy at birth (years), 2010-2015
Transparency
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Supplies
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All contraceptives - Lesotho
No Data Available
Impact on lifespan in Lesotho*
1,211
Healthy years of life saved (women)
7,304
Healthy years of life saved (children)
8,514
Healthy years of life saved (women and children)
138,483
Direct healthcare costs saved (2015 USD)*
Health impact in Lesotho
18
Maternal deaths averted
86
Child deaths averted
653
Unsafe abortions averted
Demographic impact in Lesotho
5,145
Unintended pregnancies averted
1,132
Abortions averted
2016 Humanitarian results achieved for Lesotho
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Dashboards available for Lesotho
News
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HABA TSEKA, Lesotho – “Before, I never used a condom, and I would force myself violently onto girls
11 January 2018
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MAPUTSOE, Lesotho – When factory worker ’Mantina Mphohle, 31, was hit by a car recently, she took t
18 October 2016
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