CONCLUSION 232. At the end of this initial report on the implementation of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, it should be noted that Burundi has started to ensure that its children a protective environment. 233. Moreover, Burundi has a strong political will to improve the situation of the child, which is reflected in the legislative, judicial and administrative measures that the State has already taken. 234. However, the difficulties encountered in effectively implementing the rights of the child in key areas such as health and education should not be overlooked. The limited resources due in particular to the many years of conflict have had a negative impact on the country's economy in general and that of households in particular resulting in limited access to basic social services. In the area of health, malnutrition, infant and child mortality are still prevalent, and low levels of education are one of the factors undermining the Government's efforts in children’s education. 235. Burundi has an important asset because it enjoys excellent collaboration with national partners such as FENADEB and international partners such as UNICEF and other agencies of the United Nations system that assist it in its efforts to implement action plans developed for children. This partnership makes it possible to see, despite the challenges, a significant evolution in the field of the rights of the child. 236. Finally, the Government of Burundi is ready to interact with the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child with a view to achieving an adequate protection of the rights of its children. 51