Egypt births outside hospitals reach 92 percent
Most childbirths in Egypt occur outside government hospitals, with 92% taking place in the private sector or unofficial locations, while government hospitals only handle about 7-8% of cases. The rates of cesarean sections are increasing significantly, rising from 51.8% in 2014 to 72.2%, which is considered a high percentage worldwide. The Ministry of Health has introduced a plan to improve the childbirth system by training the private sector on safe natural deliveries and implementing assessment tools such as the Robson classification to identify cases that require cesarean delivery. Gradual penalties are also imposed on violating facilities, ranging from temporary closure to permanent closure. Additionally, the ministry faces a shortage of anesthesiologists and is working on hiring doctors from the private sector and increasing specialized training to ensure the safety of mothers during childbirth. Emphasis is also placed on holding facilities and doctors accountable for negligence through inspection committees and legal reports, aiming to reduce unnecessary surgical procedures and achieve safer deliveries in Egypt.
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