Forecasting Total Fertility Rate (TFR) in Cameroon
Abstract
In this research
article, the ANN approach was applied to analyze TFR in Cameroon. The employed
annual data covers the period 1960-2018 and the out-of-sample period ranges
over the period 2019-2030. The residuals and forecast evaluation criteria
(Error, MSE and MAE) of the applied model indicate that the model is stable in
forecasting TFR in Cameroon. The results of the study indicate that annual total fertility rates in Cameroon are
likely to rise over the out-of-sample period. Therefore, the
authorities in Cameroon should create more demand for family planning services and address challenges
being faced by adolescents and young adults in accessing sexual and
reproductive health (SRH) services as well as women empowerment.
Country : Zimbabwe
1 Dr. Smartson. P. NYONI2 Tatenda. A. CHIHOHO3 Thabani NYONI
ZICHIRe Project, University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe
Independent Health Economist, Zimbabwe
SAGIT Innovation Center, Harare, Zimbabwe
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