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Poverty Statistics

32% of Zimbabwe's population is comprised of young people aged 10 to 24, with a significant portion living below the poverty line.

High unemployment rates, poverty, and despair have contributed to increased substance abuse and crime among youth.

1) Substance Abuse Statistics

Drug and substance abuse is a growing threat to Zimbabwe's health, security, economy, and social stability.

The country has seen a rise in illicit substance use among adolescents and youth.

Factors contributing to substance abuse include influence, stress, deviant behavior traits, and experimentation.

2) Crime Statistics

Violence, crime, and drugs affect Zimbabwe's economy, costing billions, with youth disproportionately affected.

Youth are more likely to engage in high-risk behaviors due to social norms and structural barriers.

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UNDP Zimbabwe
African Development Bank Group
Zimbabwe Youth Council
African Union Youth Program
African ReEngage