The global female infant mortality rate remains high in many countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where Sierra Leone and the Central African Republic lead with rates surpassing 60 deaths per 1,000 live births. Over the past year, most countries have shown improvements in reducing infant mortality, with notable decreases in India and Bangladesh, which have experienced substantial reductions in mortality rates by over 5% and 8%, respectively. Such data underscores ongoing disparities between the most affected countries and those making significant strides in lowering infant mortality.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued investment in healthcare and maternal services in developing countries to sustain reductions in mortality rates.
- The potential impact of climate change and geopolitical instability on infant health outcomes.
- Efforts to address socioeconomic determinants of health, such as poverty and education, to effect long-term reductions in infant mortality.
Top countries in Female Infant Mortality Rate by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Deaths) Per Thousand Live Births | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sierra Leone | 66.5 | 2023 | -3.48% | -3.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Central African Republic | 64.9 | 2023 | -2.26% | -2.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Somalia | 61.3 | 2023 | -3.01% | -2.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Nigeria | 61 | 2023 | -2.4% | -2.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Sudan | 58.5 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Chad | 56.4 | 2023 | -2.59% | -2.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Mali | 53.8 | 2023 | -2.18% | -2.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Niger | 53.8 | 2023 | -0.92% | -0.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Democratic Republic of the Congo | 53 | 2023 | -2.93% | -2.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Equatorial Guinea | 48.7 | 2023 | -2.6% | -2.79% | View data |
