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80% of Tanzanians Can Access Health Services Within Five Kilometers

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  • About 80% of Tanzanians can access health services within five kilometers of their homes.
  • The Minister for Health, Mohamed Mchengerwa, made this statement on August 18, 2026, during the Fourth Meeting of the Regional Steering Committee of the East African Community in Dar es Salaam.
  • Mchengerwa emphasized the need for sustainable and innovative investment in maternal, child, and primary healthcare across Africa.
  • He highlighted that maternal and child health is a critical indicator of health system effectiveness and national development.
  • The minister pointed out that maternal mortality in Africa is a significant challenge, with a ratio of 454 deaths per 100,000 live births projected for 2025.

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He said about 80 per cent of Tanzanians can access health services within five kilometres of their homes, describing the expansion of services as part of efforts to bring healthcare closer to communities.

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