Antenatal care

5 March 2026, 3:48 pm

Malaria still a major threat to pregnant women in Africa- Study

By Byamukama Alozious Malaria during pregnancy remains a leading contributor to maternal anaemia and its associated complications across much of sub-Saharan Africa. A new study highlights that malaria continues to be one of the primary causes of anaemia among pregnant…

12 June 2025, 2:33 pm

The struggles of accessing antenatal care in Uganda’s public hospitals

By Annet Nakato As Uganda’s population reaches nearly 46 million, according to the 2024 Uganda National Population and Housing Census (NPHC) conducted by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), the country faces growing challenges in delivering essential public services particularly…