Tanzania

A new e-learning course for physicians on how to properly certify medical cause of death was launched today by Vital Strategies in partnership with six ministries of health in Africa. This is the first Medical Certification for Cause of Death (MCCOD) course designed specifically for the African region.

Without a clear picture of the underlying causes-of-death, any attempt to tackle health challenges can often seem like searching in the dark.

A young woman arrives at Buhingu Health Center in Western Tanzania after three days of labor at home.

Since 2008, Thamini Uhai has supported 19 health facilities and 18 dispensaries in three regions, building a scalable model to save the lives of mothers and babies

Thamini Uhai has handed over its maternal health program in Pwani Region to the Regional Commissioner, Engineer Ernest Kidnilo. Thamini Uhai has worked in cooperation with the district government over the past eight years, and the long-planned handover is part of Thamini Uhai’s sustainability strategy.

Speech by Dr. Nguke Mwakatundu, Executive Director, Thamini Uhai marking the launch of the new brand.

Under its new brand, the organization will continue to work towards its mission of improving maternal and newborn health and reducing preventable deaths in targeted districts. Thamini Uhai’s existing, highly experienced leadership team and staff remain in place and are committed to the organization going forward.

The recent family planning campaign in Kigoma, Tanzania saw a remarkable 57 percent recall rate in the post-campaign survey.