Episode 17 

Is labia stretching — also called labia minora elongation — a violation of girls’ and women’s rights, or a harmless cultural practice? To some, it’s a form of female genital mutilation. To others, labia pulling is just part of having a sex life. 

This week, Africa Science Focus goes to Zambia to seek answers from women and health experts. 

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 Africa Science Focus, with Selly Amutabi. 

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