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Single mothers in Malaysia now exceed 340,000, sparking calls for stronger support

Summary by The Independent
MALAYSIA: The number of single mothers in Malaysia has more than doubled since 2000, rising from 130,249 to 341,784 in 2020, with the highest concentrations in Selangor, Johor, and Perak. Minister Nancy Shukri warned that many in the B40 income group remain vulnerable, facing financial hardship, poor health, and intergenerational poverty.  Researchers note high unemployment, low wages, and food insecurity, stressing the urgent need for stronger …
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The Independent broke the news in Singapore on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
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