Maternity Africa

Maternity Africa Maternity Africa helps vulnerable and marginalized women and girls give birth safely. We at Maternity Africa refuse to accept these statistics.

It is estimated that over 350,000 children are being born every day across the globe, often in dangerous and unsanitary conditions, with little to no access to medical care. UNICEF suggests that the risk of stillbirth or death due to birth complications can be reduced by about 20% with the presence of a skilled birth attendant. However only 50% of women in sub-Saharan and south and east Africa hav

e such access. As a result, hundreds of thousands of women and their children are dying unnecessarily every year. Of those who survive, millions will be left with devastating injuries which will never heal and may lead to them being permanently ostracized from their communities โ€“ all because they wanted a family. Many of us live in societies where progress in medical research has almost eliminated the terror of dying in childbirth. It is hard to imagine that for millions of women, the desire to create new life may come at such a high cost to themselves and their families. Especially when almost all of these deaths and injuries could be prevented. With the support of our dedicated staff and donors, we are working to change this reality and create a brighter future.

23/05/2024

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) says there are more than 20,000 women that are currently suffering from maternity fistula in Tanzania.

23/05/2024

Today, International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, Maternity Africa is delighted to publish its 2023 Annual Report (narrative version). With immense gratitude to all of our generous donors and wondโ€ฆ

23/05/2024
23/05/2024

Today, on ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—˜๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ข๐—ฏ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—™๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐˜‚๐—น๐—ฎ, we are proud to highlight the incredible work of one of our partners an organization dedicated to lives in Tanzania.

Obstetric fistula is a devastating condition caused by prolonged, obstructed labor without timely medical intervention. It leaves women incontinent, often shunned by their communities, and suffering in silence. But there is hope and healing, thanks to the tireless efforts of organizations like Maternity Africa.

On this important day, let's support the vital work of Maternity Africa and raise our voices for the still waiting for a chance at a healthy, dignified life. Together, we can end obstetric fistula.

Women should not have to suffer from preventable childbirth injuries like obstetric fistula.

23/05/2024
09/05/2024

Maternity Africa would like to invite you, your colleagues, family and friends to participate in our annual โ€œFistula Marathonโ€, an event that raises awareness and support for women suffering from oโ€ฆ

29/03/2024

800 women die daily during childbirth, many in sub-Saharan Africa. Barbara May Foundation provides safe childbirth for underprivileged women

29/03/2024
Maternity Africa is tremendously grateful to our friends at MAF Tanzania for the wonderful opportunities our partnership...
15/03/2024

Maternity Africa is tremendously grateful to our friends at MAF Tanzania for the wonderful opportunities our partnership brings for reaching women in remote areas with the news that fistula is treatable, and, thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, surgery is completely free of charge.

In just 45 minutes, a team from Maternity Africa flew with MAF to a dusty airstrip in northeast Tanzania with a mission to raise awareness on the devastating impact of obstetric fistula.

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It is estimated that over 350,000 children are being born every day, often in dangerous and unsanitary conditions, with little to no access to medical care. UNICEF suggests that the risk of stillbirth or death arising from birth complications can be reduced by about 20% with the presence of a skilled birth attendant. However, only around 50% of women in Sub-Saharan Africa have such support. As a result, hundreds of thousands of women and their children die unnecessarily every year. Of those who survive, many left with devastating injuries which may never heal. This may lead to them being ostracized permanently from their communities โ€“ all because they wanted a family. Many of us live in societies where progress in medical research has almost eliminated the terror of dying in childbirth. It is difficult to imagine that for millions of women, the desire to create new life may come at such a high cost to themselves and their families. Especially when almost all of these deaths and injuries could be prevented. Maternity Africa seeks to improve outcomes for vulnerable and marginalized mothers and their babies - making childbirth safe. It does this by providing antenatal care, intrapartum care (including 24-hour emergency care), postpartum care and comprehensive family planning services. It also provides surgery and treatment for ladies suffering from obstetric fistula and other birth-induced injuries.

All of the services provided by Maternity Africa are free of charge, so that no one is excluded. Maternity Africa therefore relies on donations to serve these women.

Thank you for your interest and support.

Maternity Africa. Making childbirth safe.