Family Planning and HIV Prevention Phase VI

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Côte d'Ivoire has been a partner of the Federal Republic of Germany's Financial Cooperation (FC) since 1962. After years of civil war, Côte d'Ivoire is one of the poorest countries in the world and among the last 20 countries in the HDI (Human Development Index). This is also reflected in the national health system, which is very weak overall. Complications during pregnancy and childbirth are still the most common cause of death among women between the ages of 15 and 49. The often short intervals between births and the high number of births have a direct impact on the health of mothers. There is also a high unmet need for family planning. Poor health among mothers also translates directly into high child mortality, because if the mother dies or becomes ill, her children's chances of survival are significantly reduced. The country also faces challenges with regard to the HIV problem - here the HIV prevalence is well above the regional average, especially in urban areas and among women. The focus of the FC program is on the topics of maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and HIV/AIDS prevention. The target group of the project is the sexually active population, with a focus on young people between 15 and 24 years of age, especially young women. This is intended to make a sustainable contribution to improving the health situation of the population. The current FC contribution for Phase VI of the program amounts to EUR 5 million - plus proceeds from the sale of contraceptives - and builds on the activities of the previous phase (V).