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Community Health Watch shines a spotlight on grassroots health initiatives, local champions, and collective efforts improving well-being across Nigeria. From rural clinics to urban outreach programs, this category explores how communities are taking ownership of their health—through innovation, collaboration, and advocacy.

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How Communities Connect Mothers to Skilled Care in The Gambia’s North Bank Region and Nigeria’s Jigawa State

Nov 02, 2026
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Less Waiting, Less Waste: Kaizen Institute Is Improving Pharmacy Services Across Kaduna PHCs

Oct 31, 2026
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The 2026 Future of Health Conference Should Make Innovation Count for Nigerians

Oct 29, 2026
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Nigeria Health Watch’s Future of Health Conference 2026 to Champion Scaling Health Innovations  for Impact

Oct 28, 2026
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Less Aid. Tougher Choices. What Lies Ahead for the Next Global Fund Executive Director?

Oct 28, 2026
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By Nigeria Health Watch | October 25, 2026

Using Needles, Threads and Art, Girls in Kano Communities Learn About Sexual and Reproductive Health

Hadiza Musa Seventy-six girls from Dala, Wudil and Ghari Local Government Areas of Kano State are putting their reproductive health knowledge into action, taking lessons learned through the 6-month Furanni programme organised by Nigeria Health Watch in partnership with Five Cowries Art Education Initiative. The programme concluded with graduation ceremonies held between 7 and 9 […]

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“They Did a Lot for Us”: Residents’ Demands Led to a Makeover at Indabo PHC in Kano

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 23, 2026

Hadiza Musa For years, residents of Indabo community in Wudil Local Government Area of Kano State have struggled to access quality healthcare at their Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC). With dry taps, leaking roofs, broken doors, and poor sanitation, the facility has struggled to provide a safe and functional environment for patients. Staff shortages further compounded […]

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Furanni Equips Women in Kano’s Ghari Community to Recognise Prolonged Labour and Seek Timely Care

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 15, 2026

Hadiza Musa For pregnant women, recognising the warning signs of complications and seeking medical attention early can mean the difference between life and death. Yet, knowing when to seek care remains an important challenge in preventing maternal and newborn deaths. In Ghari Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano State, the Furanni programme is helping women […]

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Barnawa PHC’s Renovation Improves Care, but Growing Patient Demand Strains Services

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 9, 2026

Margaret Zichat The revitalisation of Barnawa Primary Healthcare (PHC) has given the facility a new life, attracting more patients and improving the delivery of essential health services. “Before now there was a huge cry from the community. Thankfully, through the Chairman of Kaduna South Local Government Area (LGA), relief materials were provided for the facility […]

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Revitalised Ungwan Dosa PHC Still Faces Access Gaps

By Nigeria Health Watch | September 24, 2026

Rabi Mustapha Pregnant women in Ungwan Dosa, Kaduna North Local Government Area of Kaduna State, are experiencing improved healthcare services following the revitalisation of their primary healthcare centre. However, a deteriorating access road and the absence of a scanning machine continue to threaten timely and quality care, particularly for pregnant women and women in labour. […]

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