The weekend saw the observation of the World Day Against Child Labour – an annual event to raise awareness of the consequences of child labour on children. According to a report by the International Labour Organisation and UNICEF, at least 160 million children above the age of 5 are involved in child labour. Child labour could rise by 8.9 million by the end of this year due to higher poverty and vulnerability.
Millions of children work in hazardous environments, World Day Against Child Labour
