Maternal Health

9 September 2026

South Africa's maternal mortality is falling too slowly to meet its 2030 target. Specialists urge earlier antenatal care and better support.

9 September 2026

Preventable maternal deaths stem from public health sector inequity and governance failures, not a lack of resources, an analysis argues.

15 July 2026

Maternal and newborn mortality data reveal deep regional care gaps, stalled progress and growing pressure on South Africa’s health system.

12 May 2026

The Zimbabwe National Health Strategy 2026-2030 outlines a transformative roadmap for enhancing health and well-being nationwide.

18 March 2026

Conjoined Twins Separation at Mankweng Tertiary Hospital is a Limpopo first, with the babies now stable after complex surgery.

18 February 2026

Understand the implications of medical negligence compensation reform as R630m claims hinder Eastern Cape healthcare systems.

3 February 2026

Botswana Medicine Shortages are worsening as procurement delays, weak supply chains, and poor data systems leave clinics without drugs.

5 January 2026

SA teen pregnancy statistics from Stats SA show 2,103 births to girls aged 10-14 in 2024. Explore provincial hotspots and healthcare impacts.

10 August 2025

The Gates Foundation commits $2.5 billion by 2030 to enhance women's health, addressing crucial medical gaps and funding needs.

17 July 2025

Understand the RSV infant vaccine's impact on public health in South Africa. Cost remains a hurdle for broader access.

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