Angola Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Angola's maternal mortality ratio was 176.00 in 2025, ranked 40th globally. This represents a 3.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Angola's maternal mortality ratio stood at 176.00 in 2025, a decline of +7.00 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 176.00 by 2025. Angola ranked 40th globally.
Angola's Maternal Mortality Ratio has shown significant improvement over the past four decades, with the ratio plummeting from an all-time high of 920.00 deaths per 100,000 live births in 1987 to a current low of 176.00, as of 2025. This represents a notable decline, with the country experiencing a substantial reduction in maternal mortality. Notably, Angola's current ratio is lower than that of peer country Botswana, which sits at 180.40 deaths per 100,000 live births. The improvement in Angola's maternal mortality ratio can be attributed to various factors, including advances in healthcare infrastructure and access to medical services. Despite this progress, Angola still ranks among the top 40 countries globally in terms of maternal mortality ratio. To continue improving, the country will need to address ongoing challenges, such as disparities in healthcare access and quality, to further reduce the maternal mortality ratio and improve the health outcomes of its citizens.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 171.20 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 176.00 | - | - |
| 2025 | 176.00 | −7.00 | #40 |
| 2023 | 183.00 | −2.00 | #155 |
| 2022 | 185.00 | −26.00 | #154 |
| 2021 | 211.00 | +16.00 | #149 |
| 2020 | 195.00 | −7.00 | #153 |
| 2019 | 202.00 | −6.00 | #156 |
| 2018 | 208.00 | −12.00 | #156 |
| 2017 | 220.00 | −16.00 | #157 |
| 2016 | 236.00 | −13.00 | #156 |
| 2015 | 249.00 | −13.00 | #155 |
| 2014 | 262.00 | −5.00 | #155 |
| 2013 | 267.00 | −11.00 | #156 |
| 2012 | 278.00 | −23.00 | #155 |
| 2011 | 301.00 | −20.00 | #157 |
| 2010 | 321.00 | −27.00 | #156 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Angola matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw maternal mortality ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Angola's maternal mortality ratio was 176.00 in 2025. Ranked 40th globally. This represents a 3.8% decrease from the previous year.
Angola's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 920.00 in 1987.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Angola was 176.00 in 2025.
Angola ranks 40th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Angola's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 176.00 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Angola in 2025 was 176.00. This ranks 40th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_angola_maternal-mortality,
title = {Angola Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/angola/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}