Measles vaccination coverage and determinants of incomplete immunization among children in urban Kinshasa: a community-based survey

Despite routine immunization programmes, measles outbreaks recur in Kinshasa. This community-based cluster survey assessed vaccination coverage among 1,240 children aged 12-59 months in six health zones. Complete measles vaccination (2 doses) was 68.3%. Determinants of incomplete immunization included maternal education level, distance to health facility, and vaccine stock-outs. Strengthening outreach services in peri-urban areas is a priority to achieve the 95% coverage target.