By: Amb Edmund Walakewon Gbarwee/Nimba D-9 TV/Public Health Reporter/Email: nimbad9tv2018@gmail.com /WhatsApp: +231778070604

Paynesville, Liberia: Maternal morbidity, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “any health condition attributed to and/or complicating pregnancy, and childbirth that hurts the woman’s well-being and/or functioning,”

This situation claimed the life of Amelia N. Duo on July 14, 2024, at JDJ Hospital in Paynesville, Monrovia. 

Amelia passed away four days after giving birth to her daughter, Amelia D. Kpor, on July 10, 2024.

Maternal morbidity remains a significant issue in Liberia, despite efforts by the government and the Ministry of Health to address this tragic occurrence. According to statistics, the maternal death rate in Liberia declined to 8.63 deaths per 1,000 inhabitants in 2022.

Child’s Aid Foundation Liberia (CAFL) Founder and Executive Director, Madame Victoria M Dennis, expressed deep concern over this situation, lamenting the loss of a mother during childbirth. Speaking to Nimba D-9 TV, she emphasized the need for improved healthcare for all Liberians.

Victor S. Glaywea, on behalf of CAFL, presented assorted materials to the caretakers of baby Amelia D. Kpor, who is barely a month old. This gesture, in collaboration with Levette M. Sehtor, was valued at US$50 and LRD$ 10,000. The organization extended its deepest condolences to the family and reiterated the importance of quality healthcare.

The family expressed gratitude to CAFL for their support during this difficult time.

For assistance, please contact the elderly brother of the late Amelia:  

Sendwave/Mobile Money Number: +231886784663  

Name: Livingston Kpor 

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