Why midwives are worried

In Chad, they're a key force in addressing the country's high rate of maternal mortality. But U.S. aid cuts have affected their salaries.

May 5, 2025 - 15:20
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Why midwives are worried
A pregnant woman brought her child to a health clinic in Farchana, Chad. They are sitting under a mosquito net. MIdwives play a critical role in addressing the country

In Chad, they're a key force in addressing the country's high rate of maternal mortality. But U.S. aid cuts have affected their salaries.

(Image credit: Claire Harbage/NPR)