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What should be done to reduce the number of unsafe abortions in Africa?

Abortion is a leading cause of maternal mortality. Nearly half of all abortions in Africa are unsafe, this is according to WHO. Where abortion laws are restricted, women often self-induce an abortion or resort to unskilled providers, risking serious consequences to their health and well-being. And despite several African countries creating policies for post-abortion care services, access is a challenge for many girls and women.

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