Rabson Kondowe (Lead Writer) When Ruth Kasau discovered she was expecting her first child in 2014, her initial joy was quickly turned to despair. She and her husband, both farmers, faced the daunting reality of unaffordable maternity care. Residing in Ndindi village in Dedza district, in central Malawi, about 30 kilometres from a free government […]
Sonia Biose and Sunday Oko (Lead Writers) Maternal mortality remains a critical challenge, impacting homes, families and communities globally. A report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlighted the alarming indices, revealing that in 2020, a maternity-related death occurred nearly every two minutes. This equates to approximately 800 daily maternal deaths from preventable causes daily […]
By Safiya Shuaibu Isa The 65th National Council on Health, held in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, drew participation from diverse sectors that make up the backbone of Nigeria’s healthcare sector. The theme of the event was ‘Accelerating Pathways to Universal Health Coverage Strategies for 2030 Success’ was informed by three sub-themes: a. Health Workforce Development: Building […]
The Muhammad Gauyama Primary Health Centre (PHC) located in Filin Mushe, has become a lifeline for over 5,000 of residents in Gwale Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano. The PHC, which was established over 35 years ago, has become one of the busiest and most reliable health facilities in the area, driven by a strong […]
Tzar Oluigbo (Lead Writer) The Climate crisis is no longer a distant threat but a present reality that is disrupting ecosystems, economies, and communities worldwide. Although climate change is global, its most severe impact is seen in Africa. According to the United Nations Environment Programme “Africa has contributed negligibly to the changing climate, with just about two […]
