“It’s just an extra chromosome; we are not different,” she said, reinforcing the importance of awareness and acceptance.

A study in Nigeria in the 80s reported one case of Down syndrome in 862 births. There are more specific figures from countries like South Africa and Kenya. We really don’t have current figures ...

The 6-year-old child of a South African couple living in Waikato is being threatened with deportation because he has Down ...

In commemoration of the National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month, the Center for Inclusive Education (CIE) of the De La ...

World Down Syndrome Day, 21 March, was observed at the national level in Mendefera, Southern Region, with a variety of programs marking the occasion. At the event, Mr. Desale Hagos, Head of the ...

A recent paper published in January 2025 about raising awareness and addressing inequities for people with Down syndrome in South Africa by Eimear McGlinchey et al discusses the challenges faced ...