Why is child health a priority?
West and Central Africa have the highest child mortality rate in the world: 92 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2021.
Neonatal mortality accounts for a significant portion of these deaths, many of which could be prevented by strengthening health systems.
Pneumonia and diarrhea alone account for 29% of child deaths. Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect children, but one in five children still lacks access to vaccines.
Solthis works at various levels—both institutional and community-based—by combining capacity building, technological innovation, and user empowerment.