Guinea-Bissau FGM Information
Prevalence of FGM: 44.9% (Women 15-49) 41.9% (Girls 15-18) (MICS, 2014)
Most common types: Type 1 & 2
Common ages practiced: 0-14 years (Medium Age of FGM: 9 Years)
Regional information: Prevalence of FGM is higher in the East and South of Guinea-Bissau
Practicing ethnic groups include: Fula/Peul and Malinke
Terminology: ‘Fanado’ (Creole, Circumcision)
FGM law in Guinea-Bissau: Illegal
(All information has been sourced from UNICEF, 28 to Many and The Orchid Project)