Compared to East Asia and Latin America, the “demographic transition” in Africa has been slower to date, prolonging periods of rapid growth and creating very youthful populations. But, explains David Canning in this week’s podcast, “the high level of fertility in Africa doesn’t seem to be something that is set in stone.” Compared to East … Continue reading David Canning: Africa’s High Fertility Can Change Quickly, Help Harness the Demographic Dividend