Congo, Democratic Republic of Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Congo, Democratic Republic of's maternal mortality ratio was 408.40 in 2025, ranked 12th globally. This represents a 4.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Congo, Democratic Republic of's maternal mortality ratio stood at 408.40 in 2025, a decline of +18.60 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 408.40 by 2025. Congo, Democratic Republic of ranked 12th globally.
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s maternal mortality ratio has fallen dramatically over the 40‑year series, dropping from an all‑time peak of 934.00 in 1985 to a trough of 408.40 in 2025, a reduction of more than 55 percent and the twelfth‑lowest value among all countries in the World Bank database. This decline reflects expanded access to skilled birth attendance, improved emergency obstetric care, and greater investment in primary health facilities, although the ratio remains higher than that of neighboring Burundi (371.00) and still exceeds the regional average. The steepest improvements occurred after 2000, when health‑sector reforms and donor‑financed programs intensified, yet the pace has slowed in the last decade, suggesting that further reductions will depend on strengthening supply chains for essential medicines, expanding rural outreach, and addressing socioeconomic determinants such as female education. Continued policy focus on these areas could sustain the downward trajectory and bring the DRC closer to the maternal health outcomes of its peers.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 391.90 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 408.40 | - | - |
| 2025 | 408.40 | −18.60 | #12 |
| 2023 | 427.00 | −29.00 | #181 |
| 2022 | 456.00 | −51.00 | #182 |
| 2021 | 507.00 | +18.00 | #182 |
| 2020 | 489.00 | −4.00 | #182 |
| 2019 | 493.00 | −15.00 | #183 |
| 2018 | 508.00 | −11.00 | #183 |
| 2017 | 519.00 | −7.00 | #182 |
| 2016 | 526.00 | −19.00 | #182 |
| 2015 | 545.00 | −13.00 | #181 |
| 2014 | 558.00 | −9.00 | #180 |
| 2013 | 567.00 | −11.00 | #180 |
| 2012 | 578.00 | −11.00 | #179 |
| 2011 | 589.00 | −12.00 | #178 |
| 2010 | 601.00 | −7.00 | #177 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Congo, Democratic Republic of matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2018. 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
Congo, Democratic Republic of's maternal mortality ratio was 408.40 in 2025. Ranked 12th globally. This represents a 4.4% decrease from the previous year.
Congo, Democratic Republic of's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 934.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Congo, Democratic Republic of was 408.40 in 2025.
Congo, Democratic Republic of ranks 12th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Congo, Democratic Republic of's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 408.40 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Congo, Democratic Republic of in 2025 was 408.40. This ranks 12th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_congo-democratic-republic-of_maternal-mortality,
title = {Congo, Democratic Republic of Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/congo-democratic-republic-of/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}