Celebrating Midwives - Edinah Delivers Babies, One Safe Birth At a Time
UNFPA
Grimacing and sweating, twenty-three-year-old Samiya, a refugee from Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is expecting her first child and is experiencing intense pain while waiting… Read more »
Home Births On Decline in Uganda
Nile Post
The traditional practice of home births in Uganda is experiencing a significant decline, as more women opt for institutional deliveries in hospitals and health centers. Read more »
Morocco - Criminalization of Abortion Has Devastating Impact On the Rights of Women and Girls [press release]
AI London
The Moroccan state is failing to meet its obligations to ensure accessible, affordable and good quality sexual and reproductive health services, including abortion, forcing women… Read more »
Perinatal Depression - Why It's in the Spotlight
UCT
May marks Maternal Mental Health Month, with the aim to raise awareness around the fact that many women struggle with perinatal mental health challenges, and to share resources for… Read more »
Pre-Eclampsia Second Leading Cause of Maternal Mortality in Uganda
Nile Post
In revelation by the ministry of health, pre-eclampsia has surged to become the second leading cause of maternal mortality in Uganda, responsible for a staggering 13 percent of… Read more »
Battle Taken to Schools As Govt Records 22,000 Teen Pregnancies
New Times
The government is set to carry out a campaign about sexual reproductive health in schools countrywide after recording 22,055 teen pregnancies in 2023 triggering an increase in… Read more »
Key Hole Gardens Rescue Pregnant, Lactating Mothers and Children From Malnutrition
The Herald
Following the declaration of the current El Nino-induced drought as a state of national disaster by President Mnangagwa, Government has reassured the nation no one will die of… Read more »
Pregnancy a Death Sentence to Poor People, Says Activist
CSJNews
Maternal mortality burden in Malawi triggers fear and anxiety among poor pregnant women in rural areas, says a reproductive health activist. Read more »
In Rural Areas Giving Birth Means Risking Death
FrontPageAfrica
The physical challenges of pregnancy are difficult for women everywhere. But in rural Liberia pregnancy is dangerous. Read more »
Rwanda Can Be a Country Where No Woman Dies Giving Life
New Times
Rwanda's story of progress in maternal health is nothing short of remarkable. The country has managed, in terms of maternal mortality, to move from the red zone 'extremely high'… Read more »
Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals Introduces Kangaroo Mother Care Unit
263Chat
Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals has set up an immediate kangaroo mother care (IKMC) unit and pediatric theatre, a groundbreaking development expected to bring about a considerable… Read more »
Becoming a Dad Can Be Scary. Here's How to Be the Best Father for Your Kids [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
It is natural to feel apprehensive about the responsibilities that come with parenthood - the financial obligations, the emotional and practical support, and the lifelong… Read more »
Caesarean Births - South Africa's Rates Are Too High - They Can Be Dangerous for Mothers and Babies [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
A caesarean section is an important surgical intervention that can save the lives of mother and baby. Caesarean sections are essential in complicated labours such as prolonged or… Read more »
Alarming Number of Premature Deaths Linked to Air Pollution, Nema Warns
Nile Post
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has expressed deep concern about the alarming number of premature deaths attributed to air pollution. Read more »
First Person - Women in Madagascar Too Ashamed to Seek Help Giving Birth
UN News
Some of the poorest women in an underdeveloped region south of Madagascar are "too ashamed" to seek the maternal health services they need, according to a midwife working in a… Read more »