Abortion in Guinea
Abortion laws in Guinea are highly restrictive, permitting abortion only under very limited circumstances. The law primarily allows abortion to protect the pregnant person’s life or health, or in situations involving rape, incest, pregnancy of minors, or severe fetal impairment. All abortions under these exceptions require medical approval [1]. Despite these legal exceptions, access to safe abortion services is limited due to social stigma and scarce trained providers, contributing to unsafe abortions and public health concerns [2].
Is abortion legal in Guinea?
Abortion is legal only to save the life or health of the pregnant person or in cases of rape, incest, minors’ pregnancies, or severe fetal impairment. In Guinea, abortion is legal to save the life of the mother; in the case of early pregnancy, rape, and incest; and when a fetus has a serious condition. In this case, the abortion must be authorized by medical specialists, who will justify their decision in a report. It can only be performed by a doctor in a suitable public or private institution. However, post-abortion care services are legal, though implementation and access remain mired by challenges [2].Despite these exceptions, access to safe abortion is limited due to social stigma and healthcare system constraints. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has noted that unsafe abortion remains a key contributor to maternal mortality in Guinea [2]. Advocacy organizations continue to call for expanded access to safe and legal abortion services and reproductive health education [3].
Abortion with pills in Guinea
In-clinic abortion in Guinea
Support and Resources in Guinea
Who can I contact for more information about abortion in Guinea?
Please contact the following organizations to access abortion services and information.
L’Association Guinéenne pour le Bien- Etre Familial
Sexual and reproductive health services, family planning, and youth outreach.
Website
https://agbef.org/Women On Web
International Organization, Abortion support and access to pills.
Centre de sante de TWIN
Post abortion care (PAC) information and support or for safe abortions that are legally allowed.