Targeted Interventions Cut Maternal Deaths by 30% at KATH, Deputy Health Minister Says
Mentorship program for doctors and a virtual labour room reduced maternal deaths at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital by 30% in recent months.
In Brief
- •Mentorship program for doctors and a virtual labour room reduced maternal deaths at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital by 30% in recent months.
- •Ghana recorded 445 maternal deaths by mid‑2026, up from 419 in the same period in 2025.
- •The national maternal mortality rate stands at 234 per 100,000 live births, more than three times the WHO target of 70 by 2030.
- •The Ministry of Health is seeking a dedicated budget and NHIS coverage for pregnant women’s critical care ahead of the 2027 budget.
Why It Matters
Maternal mortality is a key indicator of a country’s health system performance. The 30% reduction at KATH demonstrates that targeted, low‑cost interventions—such as mentorship for caesarean surgeons and remote specialist support—can save lives. However, Ghana’s overall rate remains alarmingly high, and without sustained funding and systemic improvements, the country risks failing to meet international targets by 2030.
Key Details
- Maternal Death Reduction at KATH
- 30%
- Maternal Deaths 2026 (mid‑year)
- 445
- Maternal Deaths 2025 (mid‑year)
- 419
- National Maternal Mortality Rate
- 234 per 100,000 live births
- WHO Target 2030
- 70 per 100,000 live births
- Ministry Funding Request
- Dedicated budget for maternal health
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