Cognitive Difficulties by Age and Sex, Kenya (2019)
This table summarizes the distribution of individuals with cognitive difficulties in Kenya in 2019, highlighting age groups and sex with the highest proportions.
2 rows· 4 columns· Kenya, 2019· Source: 2019-Kenya-Population-and-Housing-Census-Analytical-Report-on-Disability-Vol.XV_(6).pdf· Updated 23 Jun 2026
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| difficulty_level | age_group | percentage # | sex_predominance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A lot of cognitive difficulties | 70+ | 28.6 | Women |
| A lot of cognitive difficulties | 35-59 | 18 | Women |
Data dictionary
| Column | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| difficulty_level | text | The level of cognitive difficulty reported. |
| age_group | text | The age group of the population. |
| percentage | number | The percentage of individuals within the specified difficulty level and age group. |
| sex_predominance | text | Indicates which sex formed the greatest proportion of those exhibiting cognitive difficulties in the specified age group. |
Cite this data
LeadAfrik Public Economics Hub. "Cognitive Difficulties by Age and Sex, Kenya (2019)." Source: 2019-Kenya-Population-and-Housing-Census-Analytical-Report-on-Disability-Vol.XV_(6).pdf. Updated 23 Jun 2026. Retrieved from https://www.leadafrik.com/data/explore/cognitive-difficulties-by-age-and-sex-kenya-2019