South Africa faces severe contraceptive shortages in Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal due to procurement planning and budget issues.

A report by the Stop Stockouts Project highlights significant contraceptive shortages in South Africa, particularly in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, where most women did not receive requested contraceptives. Key issues include poor procurement planning and budget constraints. In response, the government is considering vending machines for contraceptive distribution to reduce teenage pregnancies. However, regulatory challenges exist, as hormonal contraceptives require prescriptions.

September 02, 2024
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