Uganda’s Maternal and Child Health Commodity Stock: A Mixed Bag with Critical Shortfalls and Overstocking Challenges

A recent performance review meeting of the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Technical Working Group (TWG) on July 18, 2025, shed light on the varying stock levels of essential Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) commodities across Uganda. While some vital supplies are robustly stocked, concerns remain over critical shortfalls in certain areas…

Uganda’s Q3 RMNCAH Report Reveals Mixed Progress, Persistent Challenges in Maternal and Child Health

Uganda’s Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) sector has presented its Q3 performance review, drawing data from the DHIS2 system, revealing a landscape of mixed progress with several persistent challenges in critical areas. While some indicators show improvements, others highlight significant gaps and regional disparities that demand urgent attention. Family Planning: Declining Protection and…

FamilyConnect Digital Health Platform Shows Positive Impact on Maternal and Child Health in Uganda, Study Reveals

FamilyConnect, a digital health platform in Uganda, has demonstrated a positive impact on maternal and child health (MCH) services, according to a recent study. The platform was developed to address the challenge faced by mothers and their next of kin, particularly in underserved and hard-to-reach areas, who often struggle to access crucial health information and…