UNFPA East and Southern Africa

Young people are not just the future, they are shaping #Zimbabwe right now. But, they need access to the services and information that allow them to make informed choices. Lets put youth at the centre of development. #YouthInFocus #SRHRforAll

Are you a journalist passionate about human rights, gender justice and youth voices? Do you want to tell compelling and impactful stories about Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (#SRHR) that challenge stereotypes, stigma and spark change? JHR invites journalists,…

#TheRealFertilityCrisis is lack of choice, not desire. @Atayeshe @‌UNFPA—the @un sexual and reproductive health agency—asked people what challenges they face in creating the families they want. See what they told us: unf.pa/rfc #SWOP25 #SRHR #bodilyautonomy

When girls are empowered, entire communities thrive. In #Ethiopia, girls are raising their voices, staying in school, & choosing their own paths, breaking cycles of poverty & inequality. @UNFPAEthiopia #KOICA #SRHR #GirlEmpowerment 💬What does girls’ empowerment mean to you? ⤵️

Cyclones, floods and droughts impact women and girls worst. Violence, child marriage and FGM all increasing during emergencies. Humanitarian responders are supporting girls and wider community in Mozambique to stay safe. #2gether4SRHR bit.ly/4c9EbI2

Teen pregnancy comes at a price, $2.9B for Zimbabwe over the lifetime of the current youth cohort! Every early pregnancy isn’t just a personal cost—it’s a national economic loss. Read the report👉🏿bit.ly/4edzb68 #2gether4SRHR #CostOfInaction

🚐To bring life-saving care closer to communities in #Somali region, @UNFPA @JapanGov, run mobile clinic offering reproductive health & gender-based violence prevention services. From July 1–7, 146 people received essential care💙. @JapanEthiopia @UNEthiopia #UNFPAThanksJapan

🤝 Moving the Needle on Health | @UNFPA joined Hon. @randeepssarai Canada’s Secretary of State (Int’l Development), for a roundtable on 🇨🇦–🇹🇿 collaboration. Canada’s support is driving progress in maternal, newborn & adolescent health—anchored in rights, equity & partnership.

1 in 4 women can't make their own decisions about their bodies, lives, and futures. This has to CHANGE. Bodily autonomy is a fundamental human right, and it’s time policies, communities, and systems uphold it fully. #MyBodyMyChoice #BodilyAutonomy

Women and girls are paying the highest price. 💔 Just as they face rising risks of violence, unintended pregnancies, and death in childbirth, care is being cut. It’s time to bring their rights and voices back to the centre. #SRHR #GenderEquality

Only 65% of children with #HIV in East + Southern Africa are on antiretroviral therapy, compared with 84% of adults. A daily pill can suppress HIV, but fear and stigma mean 280,000 children will die if untreated. Story: uni.cf/3VfpsUK Test. Treat. Let’s #EndAIDS

Across East and Southern Africa, the desire to build families is strong, but broken systems hinder this goal. Robust policies, stable employment, and accessible healthcare must support reproductive choices. #ReproductiveJustice #YouthDreams #FairFutures #WPD2025

Cultural influences play a significant role in #menstrualhealth. From product preferences to availability, cultural factors shape the experience. We must understand and address these cultural elements. esaro.unfpa.org/en/publication… #MenstrualHygiene

📢 We are #HiringNow ! Join our team as a UNV Social Media & Content Creation Associate, based in Nairobi. Help us amplify voices in the movement to end #FGM. 🗓️ Deadline: 20 July 🔗 Apply now: unf.pa/4lRcZlz #Jobs #Vacancy #Opportunity

“Educating young people about sexual health is the same as buying an umbrella before rainy season. When you are ready to engage, you have the means to protect yourself.” Selma, 23, from Namibia, is the founder and host of @SexTalksPod_Nam #2gether4SRHR

The real fertility crisis? Lack of choice. Between conflict and crisis, women in the DRC often can’t decide if, when, or how many children to have. Reproductive autonomy isn’t a privilege; it’s a foundation of dignity. 👉 unf.pa/44BT7LB #WithHer #TheRealFertilityCrisis

Youth face high #unintendedpregnancy rates yet say they can’t afford the kids they do want. 🚨 This isn’t indecision - it’s systemic failure. It’s time #familyplanning reflects youth agency and aspirations. #FamilyPlanning #UnmetNeeds #YouthRightsNow #SRHR #WPD2025

.@UNFPA State of the World Population 2025 Report entitled The Real Fertility Crisis officially launched in Harare by 🇿🇼Health Minister Hon. Douglas Mombeshora and focusing on the right for young people to decide if, when and how many children to have.

🎙️ “Population is not just about numbers. It’s about people their rights, choices, and opportunities.” UNFPA🇿🇼Rep @MirandaTabifor opened the event by urging inclusive dialogue and action to empower young people. #WPD2025 #PopulationDevelopment

1 em cada 4 mulheres não pode tomar as suas próprias decisões sobre o seu corpo, a sua vida e o seu futuro. Isto tem de MUDAR. @UNFPA - a agência de saúde sexual e reprodutiva da @UN - apela a que todas as mulheres tenham o poder de fazer as suas próprias escolhas.