Uche Kenneth Udekwe

Nigeria

Uche Kenneth Udekwe (37) is a social entrepreneur and public health advocate dedicated to ending maternal and child deaths. After losing a loved one to childbirth complications in 2017, he founded NATAL CARES to provide life-saving healthcare solutions. His organization leverages mobile technology, machine learning, and low-cost innovations to support at-risk pregnant women, ensuring they receive medical monitoring and emergency care. Uche’s work is transforming maternal healthcare in underserved communities across Nigeria.