Why is Kenya still losing at least 15 mothers and 92 newborns every day? - May 2026

Kenya faces a severe and persistent maternal and newborn health crisis, with at least 15 mothers and 92 newborns dying daily, underscoring a critical failure despite ongoing healthcare investments. A significant number of women experience mental distress both during pregnancy and in the initial period following childbirth. An NTV Kenya report probes the extent to which Kenya is upholding the dignity of mothers and newborns. Separately, stakeholders in Kenya are advocating for enhanced mobility support for Community Health Promoters to improve healthcare delivery across the nation.

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Unpacked: Is Kenya truly protecting the dignity of mothers and newborns?

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Motherhood's silent struggle: Why mothers begin to go through mental distress after giving birth

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