FT: UN says high fertility impedes growth

If women were freed from bearing and caring, could that put downward pressure on wages?

Mary Robinson says, "“The Horn of Africa has had the eight hottest years in succession ever. We are going to have to continue to think about drought and famine. We need to cut through rightwing theology and get back to the basics. We can and should address Africa’s fertility by educating women and improving healthcare.”

Yes, that would also mean putting solar mega projects aside, and using all "climate funds" for health and education.

High fertility impedes growth, says UN - FT.com

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Continued high fertility in sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia is impeding economic development and perpetuating poverty, the UN Population Fund has warned. With an estimated 215m women seeking but unable to gain access to family planning each