Over 100 Midwives Register with Order in Beni

In the heart of North Kivu, a significant step is being taken to professionalize and enhance the critical field of midwifery. Over 100 dedicated midwives have converged in Beni, the provisional capital, to undergo the mandatory registration process with the National Order of Midwives. This initiative, spearheaded by the Order itself, is not merely bureaucratic; it is a vital undertaking aimed at identifying, supporting, and rigorously assessing the skills of these healthcare providers.

The context for this crucial exercise is the alarmingly high rate of maternal and neonatal mortality that continues to plague our province. As Hélène Kavugho, vice-president of the North Kivu Order of Midwives, rightly points out, this registration is 'very beneficial' and a 'significant step forward' in improving the quality of care. It ensures that those attending to mothers and newborns are competent, dynamic, and officially recognized professionals.

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C’est très bénéfique d’avoir un Ordre qui nous rassure quant à la réduction du taux de mortalité maternelle et néonatale dans notre province. Ce taux reste très élevé et, grâce à l’inscription au tableau de l’Ordre, nous disposerons de sage‑femmes compétentes et dynamiques

Ambrocckha Kabeya, the national president of the Order, underscores the legal imperative: registration is not optional but a mandatory requirement for any midwife wishing to practice in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He emphasizes that this is the only legitimate path to regulation and, crucially, to protecting the population. The process will involve both theoretical and practical examinations, preceded by a three-day capacity-building session. This thorough approach demonstrates a commitment to excellence and patient safety, reflecting a national priority to tackle a persistent public health challenge.

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C’est un domaine très sensible. La RDC connaît aujourd’hui un taux très élevé de mortalité maternelle et néonatale. Pour réguler ce secteur et protéger la population, toute sage‑femme est tenue de s’inscrire auprès de l’Ordre national des sage‑femmes. Il n’existe aucune autre voie, car c’est une obligation légale