Why Ashanti Region records Ghana’s highest maternal deaths

For Ashanti Region, health authorities say reducing preventable maternal deaths will require action before women reach major referral hospitals.

As Ghana works towards the 2030 SDG target of 70 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births, health authorities say improving the entire referral chain will be critical to saving more women during pregnancy and childbirth.

Ashanti Region continues to record Ghana’s highest number of maternal deaths, raising concerns among health authorities as the country races to reduce preventable deaths during pregnancy and childbirth.