Publications

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Aid for Africa and the case for cash transfers

This briefing discusses how thinking on social protection programmes was taken forward at a meeting of African governments in Zambia. It summarises points raised including barriers to social protection.

Out of the shadows

This briefing discusses how, despite the promotion of a participatory approach, the voices of older people have not been heard in the first five-year review of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing.

Older people in Africa: a forgotten generation

This paper, aimed at EU and African governments, discusses the importance of including older people in development policies and practice. It highlights the pivotal position of older people in Africa today.

Protecting the rights of older people in Africa

This paper discusses the contribution older people make to African society, from caring for orphaned grandchildren to providing household income. It shows how they are discriminated against by family services.

UNGASS indicators: where are the over-50s?

This paper highlights how over 50s are excluded from the 25 core HIV and AIDS indicators and are overlooked in broader international and national HIV and AIDS monitoring.