Policy Briefs

This policy brief presents key findings of the Back on Track project’s assessment of Ethiopia’s progress towards achieving health-related SDG 3 targets. It highlights both national and subnational trends in maternal, neonatal, and child health service coverage before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. While national indicators showed resilience, regional disparities in antenatal care, skilled birth attendance, and family planning use remain stark—especially in conflict-affected northern areas. The brief calls for stronger governance coordination, improved data systems, and tailored interventions to sustain progress and close equity gaps.

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