FactCheck: Nenneh Cheyassin’s Claim That 300 of Every 1,000 Babies Die in The Gambia
Nenneh Cheyassin, a Gambian opposition figure, has claimed that 300 out of every 1,000 babies born in The Gambia die due to inadequate medical facilities. The statement, made in a viral video clip, has sparked widespread public concern and debate on social media. A review of available data from UNICEF and local health research institutions shows that the claim significantly misrepresents official and peer-reviewed mortality statistics. More in the FactCheck.
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