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A nuanced approach to adolescent sexual and reproductive health services legislation: is it enough?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: South Africa has progressive legislation enabling adolescents to access various sexual and reproductive health services independently, without consent from their parents or legal guardians. However, are adolescents who engage in consensual sex sufficiently protected, especially the girl child? In a recent article in the South African Medical Journal, Prof. Ann Strode from the University of KwaZulu-Natal��s School of Law and Dr Zaynab Essack, an HSRC senior research specialist, identified the strengths and weaknesses of this legislation.

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/32382621

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Good health and well-being, Gender equality

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7162204244

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