Kenya: Churches back down on abortion stance

Daily Nation: “Churches softened their position on the abortion clause in the draft constitution yesterday, averting a showdown with MPs opposed to any amendments to the document. The church leaders, who had vowed to mobilise their flock to reject the draft constitution if abortion was not outlawed, agreed to an amendment proposed by Pubic Health Minister Beth Mugo providing that expectant women can get emergency treatment if their lives are threatened.”