Kenya: Alarm Over Rise in Unsafe Abortions in the Coast

Mombasa's famous party life may be taking toll on women and girls, with hospitals reporting disturbingly high number of complications from unsafe abortions.

Hospitals in Mombasa, Kilifi and Kwale blame the high number on heavy holiday partying and tourism-related activities.

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