African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child

Article 14.2.e

to ensure appropriate health care for expectant and nursing mothers;

Article 20.2

State Parties to the present Charter shall in accordance with their means and national conditions take all appropriate measures:

Article 20.2.a

to assist parents and other persons responsible for the child and in case of need, provide material assistance and support programmes particularly with regard to nutrition, health, education, clothing and housing;