Abortion Laws in Mali

Is abortion legal in Mali?

In Mali, therapeutic termination of pregnancy is allowed:

• when the continuation of the pregnancy endangers the life and health of the woman;
• when an illness of particular gravity is diagnosed in the fetus; and
• when the pregnancy is the established consequence of a rape or an incestuous relationship, at the request of the pregnant woman.

However, post-abortion care services are legal, though implementation and access remains mired by challenges.

What are the different post-abortion care services available in Mali?

The two types of post-abortion care services available in Mali are classified as:

• Medical methods: Using pills, such as Misoprostol (Cytotec, Misoclear); and
• Surgical methods: Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA).

Who can provide post-abortion care services in Mali?

Legal abortion services can be performed either by a gynecologist, general practitioner, or midwife. Untrained providers can often cause more harm than good. In addition, religious, social, and provider stigma deters many women from seeking out these services.

Where can I go for post-abortion care services in Mali?

Post-abortion care services can be accessed at both government and private health facilities.

What abortion pills are available in Mali?

The two abortion pills that are available in Mali are:

• Misoprostol, which is available under the brand names Misoclear, Cytotecal, and Miso-Fem (200MCG CPR B/4, price 1 000 XOF); and
• Mifepristone, which, in association with Misoprostol, is available under the brand name Mifepack (200MG CPR B/1 + 200MCG CPR B/4, price 4 140 XOF).

Where can I buy abortion pills in Mali?

Misoprostol and Mifepack are available in pharmacies, but cannot be sold without a prescription.

Note:

Some pharmacists might sell the abortion pills without a prescription; however, they do not often provide proper instructions on eligibility, dosage, and usage. Please refer to the following page on our website for comprehensive instructions on how to use the pill: https://www.howtouseabortionpill.org/howto/

What do abortion pills look like in Mali?

Price 4 140 XOF

Price 1 000 XOF

Who can I contact for additional abortion information and support in Mali?

The following organizations may be able to provide safe abortion information and support in Mali:

• For Post Abortion Care (PAC) information and support, pleaase contact the following:
  Marie Stopes Mali
  Appel confidentiel
  8000 11 88 (numéro gratuit avec Malitel)
  https://www.mariestopes.ml
• Association malienne pour la protection et la promotion de la famille AMPPF
  http://amppfmali.org
  Tel: (+223) 20 22 44 94
  contact@amppfmali.org