Zimbabwe abortion law leaves girls caught between rights and reality

Reported by New Zimbabwe · yesterday 07:46 · Mary Taruvinga

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A 16-year-old girl who secretly terminated a pregnancy 15 years ago after her boyfriend refused to take responsibility says the experience continues to haunt her, highlighting the dangers faced by girls who struggle to access safe reproductive healthcare. The woman, identified as Chipo to protect…

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