ISSN: 2167-0420
(MPH, PhDc), Jimma University, Ethiopia
Review Article
What Works in Family Planning Interventions in Sub-saharan Africa: A Scoping Review
Author(s): Teklemariam Ergat Yarinbab*, Selamawit Getachew, Samuel Kassa, Walelign Atomsa and Melsew Setegn
Introduction: This scoping review was aimed to map the available evidence on family planning intervention in Sub
Saharan Africa. Even though there were systematic reviews conducted in this setting on family planning interventions,
the need for this scoping review stems from the need to provide an updates on family planning intervention across
Sub Saharan Africa. It is essential to establish an adequate evidence base to support the design of policies aimed
at improving family planning interventions. Furthermore, condensing evidence across different settings allows a
meaningful comparison of experiences and facilitates knowledge transfer across countries. Therefore, this scoping
review tried to summarize what works in family planning interventions in Sub Saharan Africa.
Methods: The overall focus was to review the overall body .. View More»