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'I gave birth in the street': Conflict makes childbirth risky in parts of Africa

Mothers in the Central African Republic face dire circumstances. Moreover, aid cuts have closed vital health services, forcing women to give birth without medical help. This crisis is worsening the already high maternal death rates. Many women flee conflict, only to find danger persists. Their struggles highlight a critical need for support.

2 Jun 2026 2:58 pm