Namibia: Pregnant Teens At High Risk of Maternal Mortality

Windhoek — The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has once again emphasised the consequences of teenage pregnancies, saying they have a direct bearing on maternal mortality.

Statistics from UNFPA show that globally maternal deaths have decreased over the years. However, every year about 300 000 women die during pregnancy and childbirth.

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