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🔴Zimbabwe is facing a severe maternal mortality crisis, with a staggering 960 deaths per 100 000 live births. In January 2025 alone, about 300 infants and 54 women died during excrutiating childbirths. This is three times higher than the global average and almost double the Sub-Saharan Africa average. The... main causes of maternal deaths in are pregnancy-induced hypertension, postpartum hemorrhage, puerperal sepsis, malaria, and obstructed labour. HIV and Aids-related conditions also contribute to a significant number of maternal deaths, accounting for 25% of all maternal mortality. One of the major challenges is the lack of access to skilled care during childbirth. Only 66% of births are assisted by a skilled provider, while 13% are assisted by traditional birth attendants or untrained relatives and friends. A staggering 3% of births are unassisted. To address this crisis, the Zimbabwean government and international partners have launched initiatives to revitalise Maternity Waiting Homes (MWHs). MWHs provide accommodation for high-risk pregnant women near health facilities, reducing maternal and neonatal mortality by increasing access to skilled care. Zimbabwe's health system, like everything else, has collapsed due to leadership, governance and policy failures.show more

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#ZimRightsLIVE1 year ago

#SaveOurMothers #SaveOurChildren #MothersLivesMatter. Thank you @NewsHawksLive for amplifying the message of the dire healthcare situation in our country. We will continue to advocate for government to set its priorities right.

Dhokodho1 year ago

Zimbabwe is having a SEVERE CRISIS in every aspect of life, not just maternal and neo-natal care. When we tell you that @edmnangagwa is SATAN, we are not exaggerating; he is PURE WALKING DEVIL👿👿

Gammalliel Gammasseb1 year ago

That's a conservative figure. They are nearly that number multiplied by 10. Zanu will never allow real figures to go public

tinashe shamuyashe1 year ago

If we were to do simple mathematics that translates to 9. 6 per 1000 births. Are you really sure about your figures, because the official infant mortality rate stands at 34 per 1000 births.

Perfect Makumbe1 year ago

The figure of 960 is further from the truth. Kindly check the latest census and DHS results

Love Zuma.1 year ago

Godisinit Let's pray and fast.

Africa Rise1 year ago

@nickmangwana @ZANUPF_Official @Varakashi4ED Are citizens safe under your Gvt??

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So this is the Zimbabwe you've been so proud of? The one without proper, free healthcare for all? Because the facts tell a very different story. Let's start with maternal and infant deaths, in January 2025 alone, 299 infants and 54 mothers died from childbirth complications . Nationally, the neonatal mortality rate has risen from 31 to 37 deaths per 1,000 live births, and infant mortality has increased from 53 to 56 per 1,000 live births . Meanwhile, Zimbabwe's largest hospital, Harare Central, has just one functioning maternity theatre built in 1977 . At one point, seven babies were stillborn in a single night there because of staffing shortages and delayed emergency care . In that same maternity ward, there are not even adequate beds, anaesthetic machines, or ventilators . The health budget is starved, in 2025, health received just 10.1% of the national budget below the 15% Abuja Declaration target and of that, over 80% went to salaries, leaving crumbs for medicines, equipment, and infrastructure . For 2026, Treasury slashed the Health Ministry's request by over 70%, giving it only 28% of what it asked for . Hospitals regularly go without basics Harare Central has suffered weeks without running water, and public hospitals face chronic shortages of even paracetamol and gloves . This is the reality behind the pride you mock others for. While you hear disrespecting us on social media, Zimbabwean women are dying in childbirth, babies are being born into a broken system, and the government is failing its own people. If we're going to talk about Zimbabwe, let's talk about the facts not the fiction.

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11,966 views • 2 months ago

It was a revealing experience for me during the visits, last week, to Gombe, Katsina, and Sokoto States, where we had the opportunity to witness firsthand the challenges and progress in Nigeria’s healthcare system. Meeting with the Governors and key stakeholders, we reinforced our commitment to maternal and child mortality reduction, hospital revitalization, and expanding access to essential health services. In Gombe State Government of Gombe State, I commended HE Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya leadership in immunization and healthcare financing while highlighting how the $1 billion Project Hope Project HOPE will complement state-level investments, ensuring sustainable health outcomes at the grassroots. In Katsina State Katsina State Government, I underscored the urgency of tackling maternal mortality, where 15 local government areas contribute significantly to the national burden. Through the MNH-MaMII Initiative, NHIA NIGERIA, we aim to work with the state to ensure that every pregnant woman receives the care she needs. In Sokoto State Sokoto Government House, where maternal mortality stands at 977 per 100,000 live births, collaboration is key. With the Emergency Medical System #NEMSAS and ambulance scheme, expanded primary healthcare revitalization, and routine immunization efforts, we are ensuring that no woman or child is left behind. Across these visits, we reaffirmed our whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach, working in alignment with H.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Bola Ahmed Tinubu Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (#NHSRII). I’d like to thank my colleagues from NPHCDA led by its Executive Director, Dr. Muyi Aina, Dr. Muyi Aina, our partner, Chris Elias Chris Elias, President, Global Development, Gates Foundation, Gates Foundation and other partner organizations for their support and collaboration. Together with state governments, development partners, and frontline health workers, we will continue to drive sustainable reforms, ensuring affordable, quality healthcare for all Nigerians. #NigeriaHealthRenewal #ProjectHope #MaternalHealth #PrimaryHealthcare #HealthForAll

It was a revealing experience for me during the visits, last week, to Gombe, Katsina, and Sokoto States, where we had the opportunity to witness firsthand the challenges and progress in Nigeria’s healthcare system. Meeting with the Governors and key stakeholders, we reinforced our commitment to maternal and child mortality reduction, hospital revitalization, and expanding access to essential health services. In Gombe State Government of Gombe State, I commended HE Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya leadership in immunization and healthcare financing while highlighting how the $1 billion Project Hope Project HOPE will complement state-level investments, ensuring sustainable health outcomes at the grassroots. In Katsina State Katsina State Government, I underscored the urgency of tackling maternal mortality, where 15 local government areas contribute significantly to the national burden. Through the MNH-MaMII Initiative, NHIA NIGERIA, we aim to work with the state to ensure that every pregnant woman receives the care she needs. In Sokoto State Sokoto Government House, where maternal mortality stands at 977 per 100,000 live births, collaboration is key. With the Emergency Medical System #NEMSAS and ambulance scheme, expanded primary healthcare revitalization, and routine immunization efforts, we are ensuring that no woman or child is left behind. Across these visits, we reaffirmed our whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach, working in alignment with H.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Bola Ahmed Tinubu Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (#NHSRII). I’d like to thank my colleagues from NPHCDA led by its Executive Director, Dr. Muyi Aina, Dr. Muyi Aina, our partner, Chris Elias Chris Elias, President, Global Development, Gates Foundation, Gates Foundation and other partner organizations for their support and collaboration. Together with state governments, development partners, and frontline health workers, we will continue to drive sustainable reforms, ensuring affordable, quality healthcare for all Nigerians. #NigeriaHealthRenewal #ProjectHope #MaternalHealth #PrimaryHealthcare #HealthForAll

Muhammad Ali Pate

11,386 views • 1 year ago

More than 1,000 women have died before, during and after childbirth since 2010 and analysis seen by Channel 4 News suggests more than half might have survived with better care. On Tuesday, the independent review of maternal and neonatal deaths in England by Baroness Valerie Amos will be published, and is expected to highlight serious failures in the system. We spoke to Ric Hart, whose wife suffered multiple cardiac arrests after doctors used excessive force during childbirth. Warning: This report contains distressing details. If you or anyone you know has been affected by the issues raised in this report you can find places to seek help at

More than 1,000 women have died before, during and after childbirth since 2010 and analysis seen by Channel 4 News suggests more than half might have survived with better care. On Tuesday, the independent review of maternal and neonatal deaths in England by Baroness Valerie Amos will be published, and is expected to highlight serious failures in the system. We spoke to Ric Hart, whose wife suffered multiple cardiac arrests after doctors used excessive force during childbirth. Warning: This report contains distressing details. If you or anyone you know has been affected by the issues raised in this report you can find places to seek help at

Channel 4 News

16,775 views • 3 months ago

So far, eight cases of #hantavirus have been reported, including three deaths. While this is a serious incident, World Health Organization (WHO) assesses the public health risk as low. WHO will continue to work with all relevant governments and partners to provide care for those who are affected, protect the safety and dignity of passengers, and prevent onward spread of the virus.

So far, eight cases of #hantavirus have been reported, including three deaths. While this is a serious incident, World Health Organization (WHO) assesses the public health risk as low. WHO will continue to work with all relevant governments and partners to provide care for those who are affected, protect the safety and dignity of passengers, and prevent onward spread of the virus.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

186,569 views • 4 months ago

The death of midwife Janell Green Smith following complications from giving birth has renewed difficult questions surrounding inequities in Black maternal health care. Black women are still three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. "Black women are at higher rates of cesarean section, at higher rates of preeclampsia. They have higher rates of almost every possible comorbidity or complication that an individual can have," Jessica Brumley, president of the American College of Nurse Midwives, told PBS News’ Stephanie Sy. Brumley said that designing a system that helps Black women have better outcomes will ultimately help everyone else. "Even though Black women have some of the worst outcomes in the U.S., the U.S. has some of the worst maternal health outcomes in the world," Brumley said. "No one should have to fear for their life in order to grow their family."

The death of midwife Janell Green Smith following complications from giving birth has renewed difficult questions surrounding inequities in Black maternal health care. Black women are still three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. "Black women are at higher rates of cesarean section, at higher rates of preeclampsia. They have higher rates of almost every possible comorbidity or complication that an individual can have," Jessica Brumley, president of the American College of Nurse Midwives, told PBS News’ Stephanie Sy. Brumley said that designing a system that helps Black women have better outcomes will ultimately help everyone else. "Even though Black women have some of the worst outcomes in the U.S., the U.S. has some of the worst maternal health outcomes in the world," Brumley said. "No one should have to fear for their life in order to grow their family."

PBS News

26,691 views • 8 months ago