In Malawi, where abortion is illegal except to save a woman’s life, religious leaders from both Christian and Muslim communities are advocating for legal reforms to reduce maternal deaths caused by unsafe, clandestine abortions. Figures like the Rev. Cliff Nyekanyeka, a Christian minister, have witnessed the suffering of women firsthand and support a woman’s right to choose. This advocacy holds significant importance, as religious leaders can have a strong influence on public opinion. Despite opposition from some faith groups, these leaders are coming together to address the public health crisis caused by the country’s restrictive abortion laws.