# Maternal and infant health challenges in West Africa > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/maternal-and-infant-health-challenges-in-west-africa > Updated: 2026-09-01T06:53:16.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Maternal and infant health challenges are being addressed across several West African nations through policy shifts and public advocacy. In Togo and Guinea, health authorities are focusing on improving prenatal care and medical oversight to combat mortality. Togo is emphasizing regular prenatal consultations to detect complications like anemia and hypertension early. In Guinea, medical professionals note that many deaths are preventable, though rural areas face significant barriers due to a lack of health centers and midwives. In Ghana and Nigeria, the focus has shifted toward accountability and grassroots awareness. In Ghana, advocates are demanding greater transparency following allegations of medical negligence in hospital deaths. Meanwhile, in Nigeria, officials are highlighting the need to reduce stigma and improve access to quality healthcare to prevent deaths linked to unsafe practices and unqualified providers. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-01: Maternal mortality concerns rise in Ghana and Nigeria Health advocates and government officials in Ghana and Nigeria are calling for increased accountability and grassroots awareness to combat preventable maternal mortality. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maternal-mortality-concerns-rise-in-ghana-and-nigeria ### 2026-08-26: Maternal and infant health challenges persist in Togo and Guinea Maternal and infant health remains a critical challenge in Togo and Guinea, where experts emphasize the necessity of regular prenatal consultations to prevent avoidable deaths and complications. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maternal-and-infant-health-challenges-persist-in-togo-and-guinea --- Cite as: Maternal and infant health challenges in West Africa. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/maternal-and-infant-health-challenges-in-west-africa