Ugandan medic's AI platform to predict childbirth risks

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The Chil FemTech Centre has announced an advancement in maternal and child health care with the expansion of its Keti AI (artificial intelligence) platform.

Following a successful pilot that served over 50,000 pregnant women across Africa, Keti AI will now be deployed to an additional 108 health centres, with a goal of supporting one million pregnant women by 2026 in Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia and Ethiopia according to the centre.

Chil FemTech Center chief Dr Shamim Nabuuma told New Vision Online that KETI AI helps to predict risks and provide personalised care. For example, when a pregnant woman like Sarah visits a local clinic, it analyses her medical history, age and current health conditions to identify potential risks and complications.

“The platform also recommends early interventions and automatically refers the mother to a specialised healthcare facility. This ensures she receives the best care possible,” Nabuuma, said.

Nabuuma noted that Keti AI supports new mothers by continuing to support the mother with birth study material that is AI-generated in infographic form and personalised guidance on essential topics like breastfeeding, newborn care, and her own health., which empowers her to care for her baby confidently and manage her own recovery effectively.

The platform also helps register nurses, midwives, and doctors, scheduling tasks efficiently to ensure smooth operations. It tracks medical supplies, medications, and equipment, updating stock levels automatically to ensure the health facility is always prepared.

According to the developers, if a patient needs to be transferred to another facility, the platform facilitates the process, identifying the best-suited hospital and ensuring doctors are ready to receive her.

“It also empowers patients by giving them access to their health data, allowing them to view records, monitor progress, and select hospitals for referrals. It also helps to send real-time alerts to healthcare providers and administrators when critical resources run low. This ensures prompt restocking and preparedness for emergencies,” Nabuuma added.