In the recent past, and in particular in the context of the programme of structural adjustment and reforms, there has been increased awareness of the need to improve and strengthen information systems in African countries- ...

The main lesson learnt from this review is that these programmes achieved their immediate objectives but their development aims were only attained in a few cases. There was also inadequate co-ordination of donor assistance. ...

The objective of this paper is to highlight the necessary mechanisms for developing a viable regional population information programme which will enable the African region to have the facilities and services for promoting ...