Builsa North Municipal Health Directorate Achieves 100% Postnatal Care Coverage in 2026 Mid-Year Review

The Builsa North Municipal Health Directorate in the Upper East Region has announced a significant milestone in maternal healthcare, recording a 100% postnatal care coverage rate across all six sub-municipalities during the first half of 2026. This achievement was highlighted by the Municipal Director of Health Services, Cabral Vwawojei Bantiu, during a performance review meeting aimed at assessing health service delivery in the district. The perfect coverage rate reflects a concerted effort to ensure that mothers and newborns receive critical medical attention immediately following childbirth, marking a major success for the region’s health strategy.

Beyond postnatal care, the directorate reported positive trends in several other maternal health indicators during the review period. Mr. Bantiu noted a high anaemia screening rate of 99.4% among pregnant women, which is a vital metric for preventing complications during delivery and ensuring the long-term health of the mother. Additionally, the municipality observed a significant reduction in stillbirth rates compared to previous reporting cycles. These improvements are largely attributed to enhanced monitoring systems and the dedication of frontline health workers across the various sub-municipalities who have prioritized maternal safety.

Despite these successes, the health directorate identified a persistent challenge regarding early antenatal care (ANC) registration. Currently, only 51.4% of pregnant women in the municipality are registering for care within their first trimester. Health officials pointed out that late registration can limit the effectiveness of medical interventions and increase risks for both mother and child. Addressing the cultural or logistical barriers that prevent women from seeking early medical consultation remains a primary focus for the directorate in the coming months.

To sustain the gains in postnatal care and address the gaps in early antenatal registration, Mr. Bantiu emphasized the necessity of increased community education and stronger collaboration among local stakeholders. He called on traditional leaders, community members, and health partners to work together in sensitizing the public on the importance of early clinical visits. Moving forward, the directorate remains committed to improving healthcare infrastructure and service delivery to ensure the Upper East Region continues to set a high standard for maternal and child health outcomes.