Snapshot on August 31, 2026: In Lesotho, more and more men are becoming midwives

In Lesotho, an increasing number of men are choosing to become midwives, challenging traditional gender roles. This shift comes as the country faces a maternal mortality rate significantly higher than the global average. These male midwives contribute to improving medical care and reducing perinatal mortality. According to the World Health Organization, men make up less than 1% of midwives worldwide.