(ANSA) – ROME, JULY 06 – The government of Sierra Leone has decided to support a bill to legalize abortion and put an end to the colonial-era law that prohibits it. The Guardian reported it, underlining that the decision was hailed as “monumental” by women and activists fighting for the cause.
President Julius Maada Bio said his cabinet unanimously endorsed a risk-free maternity bill, which would expand access to abortion in a country where abortion is only allowed when the life of a mother is at risk.
Activists hope the bill, which is now being drafted, will be presented to parliament by September and approved this year.
“At a time when women’s sexual and reproductive health rights are being revoked or threatened, we are proud that Sierra Leone can once again lead with progressive reforms,” said President Bio, referring to the decision of the States Supreme Court. United to overturn the constitutional right to abortion. (HANDLE).
Source: Ansa
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