By Amos HarrisReports of declining maternal deaths in several referral hospitals across Liberia have sparked a sense of cautious optimism among health authorities. According to official briefings from the Ministry of Health, maternal and newborn health outcomes have shown measurable improvement in various regions under the stewardship of Minister Dr. Louise Marpleh Kpoto. In Rivercess County, the Rivercess District Hospital has recorded zero maternal deaths since April 2025. A similar success story emerged from Sinoe County, where the F.J. Grante Memorial Hospital reported zero maternal deaths in January 2026. Despite these hospital-level gains, health experts warn that Liberia’s maternal health crisis remains unevenly distributed.

Source: GNN Liberia February 17, 2026 10:42 UTC