Knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of Batswana women towards indigenous contraception.

Indigenous contraception can play a significant role in reducing unwanted pregnancies in Africa. The objective of the study was to evaluate women's knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions towards indigenous contraction. Three hundred and eighty-three (383) women were sampled randomly. Data was collected using a research questionnaire that included multiple choice questions and a 5-point Likert scale. Descriptive statistics and Pearson's Chi-square (x2) test of independence were used for data analysis, with P-value < 0.05. The overall knowledge was poor, with abstinence being the only technique known by majority women. Most young women (20-40 years) had a negative attitude and bad perception about indigenous contraception. Older women were associated with more knowledge and better attitudes toward indigenous contraception (P<0.05). Older women need to assist in awareness campaigns to improve young women's knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions towards indigenous contraception.