Publications by authors named "Sinikiwe Msipa-Ndebele"
Reprod Health Matters
May 2014
Article Synopsis
- Unsafe abortion is a major cause of maternal health issues in Kenya, particularly affecting married women aged 24-49 and young unmarried women under 20.
- A study conducted in Bungoma and Trans Nzoia counties involved focus groups to investigate how these women induce abortions, who they rely on for services, and the social and economic factors that influence their choices.
- Findings revealed that many women opt for unsafe abortion methods due to factors like stigma, misconceptions about legality, and the perceived high cost of safer options, highlighting the need for community-based interventions to address these barriers.
