Egypt, Arab Republic of Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Egypt, Arab Republic of's maternal mortality ratio was 22.20 in 2025, ranked 127th globally. This represents a 30.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Egypt, Arab Republic of's maternal mortality ratio stood at 22.20 in 2025, a rise of +5.20 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 22.20 by 2025. Egypt, Arab Republic of ranked 127th globally.
Egypt’s maternal mortality ratio has fallen dramatically over the past four decades, declining from an all‑time peak of 141.00 in 1985 to a trough of 17.00 in 2023, before rising slightly to the latest 2025 figure of 22.20, which places the country 127th globally. This long‑term reduction reflects expanded access to prenatal care, increased skilled birth attendance and the scaling up of emergency obstetric services. The current level is comparable to peer nations such as Sri Lanka (21.40) and Iran (21.20), both of which have sustained low mortality through robust primary‑health‑care networks. Nevertheless, the modest uptick from the 2023 trough suggests vulnerability to health‑system shocks, including economic pressures and pandemic‑related disruptions. Continued investment in maternal health infrastructure, coupled with targeted interventions for high‑risk groups, will be essential to keep the downward trajectory and move Egypt closer to the sub‑10 deaths per 100 000 live births benchmark achieved by the most advanced health systems.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 21.10 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 22.20 | - | - |
| 2025 | 22.20 | +5.20 | #127 |
| 2023 | 17.00 | −7.00 | #67 |
| 2022 | 24.00 | −18.00 | #69 |
| 2021 | 42.00 | +11.00 | #68 |
| 2020 | 31.00 | +12.00 | #70 |
| 2019 | 19.00 | −1.00 | #67 |
| 2018 | 20.00 | −1.00 | #67 |
| 2017 | 21.00 | −2.00 | #67 |
| 2016 | 23.00 | −1.00 | #69 |
| 2015 | 24.00 | −2.00 | #70 |
| 2014 | 26.00 | −1.00 | #72 |
| 2013 | 27.00 | −2.00 | #73 |
| 2012 | 29.00 | −2.00 | #73 |
| 2011 | 31.00 | −1.00 | #75 |
| 2010 | 32.00 | −2.00 | #75 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Egypt, Arab Republic of 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
Egypt, Arab Republic of's maternal mortality ratio was 22.20 in 2025. Ranked 127th globally. This represents a 30.6% increase from the previous year.
Egypt, Arab Republic of's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 141.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Egypt, Arab Republic of was 17.00 in 2023.
Egypt, Arab Republic of ranks 127th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Egypt, Arab Republic of's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 22.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Egypt, Arab Republic of in 2025 was 22.20. This ranks 127th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_egypt-arab-republic-of_maternal-mortality,
title = {Egypt, Arab Republic of Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/egypt-arab-republic-of/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}