Kampala, Uganda — The Busoga region of Uganda has witnessed a groundbreaking transformation in its health care system, a transformation that has significantly improved the well-being of mothers, children, and adolescents. Funded by the Republic of Korea through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), this initiative, in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), has been instrumental in bolstering the health infrastructure and services within the region. Between 2020 and 2025, the RMNCAH (Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health) Project has delivered substantial improvements.
The project has not only enhanced health care delivery but also restored confidence in local health facilities and instilled hope among the community. One of the project’s most notable achievements has been the marked reduction in maternal and neonatal mortality rates. From 66 to 19.
3 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births and from 5 to 2. 5 neonatal deaths per 1,000 live births, these figures reflect a significant shift in the region’s health outcomes. This success is underpinned by comprehensive training for health workers, enhanced emergency obstetric care, and access to reproductive health services.
The physical infrastructure of health facilities has also seen considerable upgrades.
A total of 28 health facilities have been renovated, equipped with essential medical tools, and improved to offer superior services.
Additionally, seven ambulances have been introduced to ensure that those in need of urgent medical attention receive timely assistance. Moreover, the project has extended its reach to secondary schools, providing sexual and reproductive health education to over 11,742 students. This initiative has been crucial in reducing teenage pregnancy rates and empowering young people to make informed health decisions.
In the words of Monica Namulinda at Balawoli Health Centre III in Kamuli, the improvements are palpable: “The project has been very beneficial to us.
The place is very clean, and water is always available.”.
As the RMNCAH Project continues to leave its mark, it serves as a beacon of hope and collaboration in the realm of public health, underscoring the potential for sustainable change through targeted, community — driven efforts.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: reliefweb
Source: World Health Organization
