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Unicef says the child marriage situation in South Sudan is quite worrying. Unicef Child protection manager Sampathi Perera the situation is a cimbination economic hardship, conflict and social norms but was quick to mention that the trend can be changed through education. Ms Perera urged governement to ensure the 2.2million out of school children have access to education in 2020.  She said more than 1million children in South Sudan are currently being supported by unicef in school. She  said this on Miraya Breakfast this morning. Take a listen