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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Can We Achieve the Global Target for Maternal Mortality?
allAfrica
"Did you know hundreds of thousands of women die in childbirth every year? Dr Anita Zaidi is determined to change that." 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 »
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 »
Inside the Makeshift Maternity Wards of Harare
Global Press Journal
Although medical professionals warn about risks, DIY midwifery remains alive and well in a country where affordable and accessible institutional options continue to dwindle. 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 »
100,395 Kano Pregnant Women Access Free Antenatal Care in 2 Years
Leadership
A total of 110,395 pregnant women from communities across Kano State enrolled to access free antenatal healthcare services from 2022 till date. Read more »
More Women of Reproductive Age Using Modern Birth Control Methods
Capital FM
377 million women aged 15-49 years of reproductive age in 85 countries are using modern birth control methods, according to a recent report by Family Planning 2030 (FP2030). Read more »
Urgent Call for Country Leadership and Global Solidarity to End Maternal and Newborn Deaths By 2030
UNFPA
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) will join global leaders to call for renewed commitment towards progress on eradicating preventable maternal and newborn deaths at a 29… Read more »
Harsh Economy - Nigerian Women Now Shun Maternity Leave
Vanguard
·Hit the streets after birth...to make ends meet Read more »