Safe Abortion Support and Pill Access in South Africa
Abortion Support is a registered non-profit providing information and support to people needing abortion help in South Africa. If you have an unwanted pregnancy, you can visit our website to be connected with a prescription for abortion pills. Abortion with pills at home is a safe and effective option if your pregnancy is 10 weeks or less.
How the At-Home Service Works
You can self-manage your abortion with pills, and we can help through the following process:
- Click ‘I Need an Abortion’ to answer questions about your pregnancy; then, check your email for confirmation and next steps.
- A partner doctor reviews your information to see that at-home abortion is safe for you. You’ll hear back within 24 hours with a prescription for abortion pills OR additional questions.
- Once approved, you’ll collect your medicines and pay for them at a pharmacy near you. We’ll direct you to an abortion-friendly pharmacy.
- The doctor provides instructions on how to safely manage your abortion-at-home.
Cost of Abortion Medicines
There are no other costs involved besides the medicine at the pharmacy. Below are the estimated costs for the available options:
| Medication Type | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Abortion pills (misoprostol) | R220 |
| Combination of mifepristone and misoprostol | Between R950 and R1250 |
Choosing Between At-Home and In-Person Care
Abortion-at-home does not involve seeing a doctor in person. Some people prefer this option because it is private and convenient. However, others like more contact with a healthcare provider. Before you begin, please read all of the doctor’s instructions carefully and reach out with questions or concerns – you are an active partner in your own health.
Clinic Services
If you’re more than 10 weeks, visit an abortion clinic for in-person care. If you prefer in-person care, please visit a clinic like Unjani Clinic. Unjani Clinic aims to bring quality affordable healthcare services to communities across South Africa. This network provides private primary healthcare services that are:
- Convenient
- Accessible
- Affordable, and
- High quality
Contact Information and Support
Whether you need an abortion, are a journalist or just curious about our service, you can get in touch with questions or concerns or visit our Q&A section. Every year, hundreds of women and pregnant people depend on Abortion Support for information and access to safe abortion services. Your donation makes this work possible.
- Abortion help: [email protected]
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- General inquiries: [email protected]