Abortion in Niger
Niger has restrictive abortion laws, allowing abortion only to save the pregnant person’s life or health or in cases of rape, incest, or fetal abnormality. These restrictions contribute to a high incidence of unsafe abortion, impacting maternal health [1].
Is abortion legal in Niger?
Abortion is legal only to save the life or health of the pregnant person or in cases of rape, incest, or fetal abnormality. The Penal Code of Niger restricts abortion to cases where it is necessary to save the pregnant person’s life or health, or when the pregnancy is a result of rape, incest, or severe fetal anomalies [6].Despite these legal exceptions, access to safe abortion services remains limited, and unsafe abortion continues to pose a serious health risk. UNFPA and WHO emphasize the urgent need for expanded reproductive health services in Niger to reduce maternal mortality [2].
Abortion with pills in Niger
In-clinic abortion in Niger
Support and Resources in Niger
Who can I contact for more information about abortion in Niger?
Please contact the following organizations to access abortion services and information.
Association Nigérienne pour le Bien-Être Familial
Sexual and reproductive health services and family planning.