The Constitution of the Republic of Zimbabwe recognises that the right to healthcare extends beyond accessing healthcare facilities and medicine to include reproductive healthcare. Although the Constitution does not explicitly mention “respectful maternity care”, there are several Constitutional provisions which work together to protect women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. Section 76- the… Continue reading Respectful maternity care simplified and the legal gaps
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Reproductive Justice and the Constitutional Promise to Zimbabwean Women
(Rights-based maternal care for every woman in Zimbabwe) Introduction Giving birth is arguably one of the most profound moments in a woman’s life, yet everyday countless Zimbabwean women are met with neglect, discrimination or disrespect in maternity wards (Gwatidzo et al., 2019). "Birth with dignity" encompasses the right of every woman to be treated with… Continue reading Reproductive Justice and the Constitutional Promise to Zimbabwean Women
Megan Sekenhamo 