Condoms and contraceptive pills are completely banned in Afghanistan. This is reported by the publication «8am». Afghanistan is currently the only country in the world with such restrictions.
Complete ban on contraception
According to 8am, Afghanistan has officially banned the sale and use of condoms and contraceptive pills. Such restrictions are unparalleled in the world.
No other country has imposed a complete ban on these methods. Afghanistan remains the only country with such a contraceptive policy.
International context
In other parts of the world, condoms and contraceptive pills are available to the public. Afghanistan is currently an exception in this regard.
The decision to ban the practice may have an impact on women's health and demographics, but there are no official comments from the authorities on the reasons for the ban.
Reaction and consequences
The ban was announced on 11 April 2026. No further details on possible reactions from the international community or the local population have been made available.
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