Guinea FGM Information
Prevalence of FGM: 97% (Women 15-49) 94% (Girls 15-18) DHS, 2012
Most common types: Type 2
Common ages practiced: 0-14 years (Medium Age of FGM: 9 Years)
Regional information: Prevalence of FGM is widespread
Practicing ethnic groups include: Fula/Peul, Malinke, Soussou, Guerze, Toma, Nalou
Terminology: ‘Excision’ ‘L’excision’ (French, Excision)
FGM law in Guinea: Illegal
(All information has been sourced from UNICEF, 28 to Many and The Orchid Project)