Episode

Why I froze my eggs

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Focus on Africa
Published
Jun 19, 2026
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1379
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Summary

She had set herself a deadline: if she reached 30 without finding a partner, she would freeze her eggs. Her name is Amarachi Amusi, a Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur. She is among a growing number of women across Africa 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. Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Fana Negash and Carolyne Wanjiru Jotham Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru Senior Producer: Basma El Atti Editors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla