South Africa is one of the few developing countries with a national confidential inquiry into
maternal deaths. 164 health facilities obtain audit data for stillbirths and neonatal deaths …

Background Incorrect knowledge of laws may affect how women enter the health system or
seek services, and it likely contributes to the disconnect between official laws and practical …

In June 1999 a United Nations General Assembly Special Session reviewed and appraised
progress toward implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference …

The transition to parenthood is a major event in the lifespan of any individual, but takes on
special significance when it precedes the transition to education, work, citizenship and …

This report assesses progress over the past decade regarding the legality, safety and
accessibility of abortion services worldwide. It summarizes developments in policy and …

Despite induced abortion being legally available in South Africa after a change in legislation
in 1996, barriers to accessing safe abortion services continue to exist. These barriers …

Background Despite changes to the abortion legislation in South Africa in 1996, barriers to
women accessing abortion services still exist including provider opposition to abortions and …

Background Induced abortion is one of the greatest human rights dilemmas of our time. Yet,
abortion is a very common experience in every culture and society. According to the World …

Background Despite changes to the South African abortion legislation in 1996, barriers to
women accessing abortions still exist. Second trimester abortions, an inherently more risky …

Objectives In Zambia, despite a relatively liberal legal framework, there remains a
substantial burden of unsafe abortion. Many women do not use skilled providers in a well …