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Priority Area 3🎓 Human Capital & Social Services
Health, Life Expectancy, Maternal and Child Mortality
EAC is committed to the achievement of the highest attainable, sustainable and affordable standards of health for men and women, boys and girls through addressing gender inequalities in access and control over basic healthcare services and facilities.
Developing
Overall Progress
40%
3
Strategies
3
Indicators
1
Milestones
2024-12-15
Last Updated
Policy Statement
EAC is committed to the achievement of the highest attainable, sustainable and affordable standards of health for men and women, boys and girls through addressing gender inequalities in access and control over basic healthcare services and facilities.
Rationale
Gender inequalities in health access contribute to preventable maternal and child deaths. Universal health coverage requires gender-responsive approaches.
Key Gaps Identified
- •Inadequate maternal healthcare infrastructure
- •Limited capacity of health workers for gender-responsive services
- •Insufficient budget allocation for maternal and child health
- •Weak cross-border health service coordination
Key Indicators
| Indicator | Baseline | Current | Target | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maternal Mortality Ratio (per 100,000) | 450 | 380 | 140 | ⬆️Improving |
| Skilled Birth Attendance (%) | 62% | 68% | 90% | ⬆️Improving |
| Universal Health Coverage Index | 45 | 52 | 80 | ⬆️Improving |