Tanzania: Women in Kigoma Region Fined for Giving Birth At Home

Kibondo — Pregnant women giving birth outside health facilities in Kibondo District, Kigoma Region face a fine of between Sh20, 000 and Sh50, 000.

They are obliged to pay the fine when they attend clinic for follow up services such as vaccination of their babies.

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