Solar-Powered Water Wells and Maternal Mortality Reduction in Mozambican Rural Communities: A Six-Month Intervention Study

In Mozambique, rural communities often lack access to reliable water sources, which can increase the risk of maternal infections and other complications during childbirth. A mixed-methods approach including baseline surveys, post-intervention follow-ups, and community feedback sessions was employed to assess changes in maternal health outcomes. Data analysis revealed a statistically significant decrease ($p < 0.05$) in reported cases of severe infections among pregnant women who had access to solar-powered water wells compared to those without such facilities. The intervention demonstrated potential benefits for maternal health, though further research is needed to confirm these findings and explore long-term sustainability. Future studies should focus on scaling up the project and exploring cost-effective maintenance strategies to ensure continued access to clean water in rural areas. Maternal mortality, solar-powered water wells, Mozambique, rural healthcare, public health interventions