In 2020, Angola experienced severe drought, which required urgent humanitarian assistance to over 562,000 members of the affected population. In times of humanitarian crisis, women and adolescent girls are often at risk of sexual violence, exploitation and abuse, including forced or early marriage. Victims of violence can suffer sexual and reproductive health consequences, including forced and unwanted pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.
UNITED for Women and Girls in Angola
UNITED for Women and Girls in Angola
UNFPA Angola 2020 Annual Report
Message from the Representative
In 2020, Angola was struck by the COVID-19 pandemic, greatly impacting the lives of the local population, including their access to health care, food and access to services. Despite the barriers and obstacles aggravated by the pandemic, we have successfully mobilized resources to advance Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in Angola, in close collaboration with the Government and civil society.
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