Why are more women in Africa choosing long term contraceptive methods?
The UN say 19% of women want to delay or prevent pregnancy but can't access contraception
Africa Daily · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
The number of women using modern contraception in sub-Saharan Africa has nearly doubled to 66 million, thanks to methods like hormonal implants and injections reaching even remote areas.
Community health workers play a crucial role, often delivering contraceptive injections and birth control pills door-to-door.
Global health agencies have expanded family planning services to reduce child mortality and improve the education of girls. Recently, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) called on low-income countries to increase funding for reproductive health, and 44 governments have committed to raising their contributions annually.
Presenter: Mpho Lakaje. Guests: Felicia Issah and Dr. Claudette A. Diogo.