Is egg freezing becoming popular in Africa? | The Conversation | Focus on Africa - BBC Africa

A growing number of women across Africa are turning to the lengthy and costly procedure of egg freezing as a way of preserving their chances of motherhood while they wait to find a life partner. Focus on Africa podcast host Nkechi Ogbonna spoke to Amarachi Amusi, a 30-year-old Nigerian woman, about her experience. 00:00-00:37 Coming Up 00:38-01:17 Egg freezing in Africa 01:08-07:43 Why Ashmusy decided to freeze her eggs 07:44-09:03 Ashmusy’s dating experience 09:04-14:58 How does egg-freezing work? 14:59-16:53 Does egg freezing guarantee motherhood? 16:54-18:08 How much does egg freezing cost? 18:10-18:55 Ashmusy’s family reaction 18:56-19:40 'Here is why I am opposed to egg freezing.' 19:43-20:50 Ashmusy’s social media reactions 20:51-21:40 Does egg freezing affect relationships? 21:42-22:42 Closing Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Fana Negash and Carolyne Wanjiru Jotham Senior Producer: Basma El Atti and Priya Sippy Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/