Blog - It begins with a cut. A seemingly small incision; often celebrated as a rite of passage and a symbol of purity and tradition. However, for millions of Nigerian women and girls, that single cut ...

The sod has been cut for the construction of an obstetric fistula centre at the Yendi Government Hospital to enhance the management of fistula cases ...

Giving birth is not an easy process and for some women, it can lead to a distressing complication that causes faecal matter to leak through the vagina. Here’s why obstetric fistula happens, who is at ...

Vice President Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and broadcaster, Gifty Anti have been named among Africa’s Top 50 Phenomenal ...

Given that millions of women in the developing world suffer from obstetric fistula, this tremendous public health issue requires immediate attention. Increasing the resources and skilled staff ...

This year’s International Women’s Day campaign theme is 'Accelerate Action' – a powerful reminder for us to take swift and ...

We have, for example, been piloting this scheme for women who suffer from obstetric fistula. Since August 2024, over 1,000 women have had their treatment covered and subsequently enrolled in ...

In celebration of International Women's Day 2025, the Council for International Development Aotearoa New Zealand (CID) ...

In countries where child marriage is prevalent, it is often justified by tradition, religion, or economic hardship. Families ...

By Lawrence MulondoObstetric fistula is a devastating condition that affects millions of women worldwide, leaving them with physical, emotional, and social scars. While surgery is often the first line ...

The Nigerian Government has announced facilities for free comprehensive emergency obstetric care and vesicovaginal fistula, ...