Africa should boost investment in maternal and newborn health

The birth of a child should be a joyous occasion, yet for many women across Africa, it remains a time of uncertainty and great risk. According to the World Health Organisation, sub-Saharan Africa alone accounts for nearly 70 per cent of global maternal deaths, with Kenya ranking as one of the top five countries with the highest deaths. However, for every woman who dies, many more suffer severe complications that affect their health, livelihoods, and families.