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 MwasaruSenior Producer: Basma El AttiEditors: Charles Gitonga and Maryam Abdalla