Objective To analyze implementation of the maternal death surveillance and response (MDSR) strategy in Chad. Methods Secondary data analysis of results from a cross‐sectional study involving semistructured interviews with decision‐makers at central, regional, and district levels, health providers, and technical and financial partners, and a document review. Data collection took place from June–July 2017. Results Maternal death reporting was incorporated into the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response system but did not include neonatal deaths nor maternal and neonatal deaths in communities. Underreporting of maternal deaths owing to fear of repercussions was evident, likely associated with maternal deaths reported at monthly meetings held by the country's President with stakeholders in the health sector. Maternal death reviews were only undertaken between 2015 and 2016 in four regions of Chad and ceased in mid‐August 2016. Reasons include the departure of foreign obstetricians, lack of motivation among health workers, weak accountability at all levels of the health system, organizational issues, and nonimplementation of review recommendations. Conclusion Strong action is needed by the Ministry of Health to revive implementation of the MDSR system.
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