Medical research in Angola has been underfunded and fragmented, especially in obstetrics and gynaecology. This has limited the development of evidence-based policies to reduce the country's high maternal mortality and morbidity. This brief report synthesises key priorities from obstetric and gynaecological research in Angola and outlines their direct implications for national health policy and planning. A narrative synthesis was performed, reviewing published and grey literature such as national reports and conference proceedings. The aim was to identify consistent themes and evidence gaps in research on women's health. The synthesis identified a predominant research focus on reducing maternal mortality. A consistent theme was the critical barrier of inequitable access to skilled birth attendance and emergency obstetric care, particularly in rural provinces. Many studies highlighted postpartum haemorrhage and hypertensive disorders as leading causes of maternal death. No new empirical results are presented. Research consistently indicates that Angola's high maternal mortality burden can be addressed through health system strengthening. Current research priorities align with key national health challenges but require systematic translation into policy. Policy should prioritise scaling up midwifery-led care and emergency obstetric services in underserved regions. A national clinical audit programme for maternal deaths should be established. Future research funding should be directed towards implementation science and health services research to evaluate policy interventions. Angola, health policy, maternal health, obstetrics, gynaecology, research priorities This report provides a focused synthesis for policymakers, linking established research evidence from Angola to actionable policy recommendations in women's health.
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