Maternal and Child Health

Every mother on the Lake Victoria islands deserves to bring her child into the world safely. We make that possible by bringing care directly to the communities that need it most.

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When distance means danger for mothers and newborns

On the islands of Lake Victoria, a pregnant woman can face hours of travel across water just to reach a health facility. Many cannot afford the transport. Others do not know what signs to watch for or how important early antenatal care truly is. The result is that too many mothers deliver at home without any skilled help, and too many babies arrive in circumstances that put both of their lives at risk.

RAHI exists to change that reality. We believe that geography should never determine whether a mother and her child survive. Long distances to health facilities and high transport costs prevent many women from seeking antenatal care early enough. Low awareness of danger signs during pregnancy leads to delays in seeking help when it matters most. Many deliveries happen at home without skilled attendance, putting mothers and newborns at serious risk.

What we do

RAHI trains and deploys community health workers who visit pregnant women in their homes, attend village gatherings, and run education sessions at local meeting points across Bussi Island. We teach women about safe pregnancy practices, the importance of attending antenatal clinics early and consistently, and what warning signs to watch for during pregnancy and after delivery.

We also work closely with local health facilities and community leaders to build trust, reduce barriers, and ensure that when women need care they know exactly where to go and feel confident going there.

Help us reach every mother on the islands

Your support funds the community health workers, education sessions, and referral systems that keep mothers and babies safe across the Lake Victoria islands.