Guinea-Bissau Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Guinea-Bissau's maternal mortality ratio was 472.40 in 2025, ranked 9th globally. This represents a 6.5% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Guinea-Bissau's maternal mortality ratio stood at 472.40 in 2025, a decline of +32.60 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 472.40 by 2025. Guinea-Bissau ranked 9th globally.
Guinea-Bissau's Maternal Mortality Ratio has undergone significant improvement over the past four decades, declining from an all-time high of 1,851.00 deaths per 100,000 live births in 1985 to 472.40 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2025, the latest available data from the World Bank. This substantial reduction represents a decline of approximately 75% in maternal mortality, a trend observed in several African countries, including Guinea, where the ratio stands at 466.20 deaths per 100,000 live births. Compared to global rankings, Guinea-Bissau currently stands at the 9th position, outperforming peer countries such as Lesotho (493.60 deaths per 100,000 live births) and Madagascar (435.20 deaths per 100,000 live births). To further reduce the maternal mortality ratio, Guinea-Bissau's healthcare system would benefit from increased access to quality prenatal care, skilled birth attendants, and emergency obstetric care, which are critical for improving maternal health outcomes and potentially altering the downward trend observed in recent years.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 447.40 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 472.40 | - | - |
| 2025 | 472.40 | −32.60 | #9 |
| 2023 | 505.00 | −34.00 | #185 |
| 2022 | 539.00 | −78.00 | #185 |
| 2021 | 617.00 | +14.00 | #186 |
| 2020 | 603.00 | +5.00 | #186 |
| 2019 | 598.00 | +13.00 | #186 |
| 2018 | 585.00 | −12.00 | #186 |
| 2017 | 597.00 | −20.00 | #186 |
| 2016 | 617.00 | −14.00 | #185 |
| 2015 | 631.00 | −31.00 | #184 |
| 2014 | 662.00 | −45.00 | #183 |
| 2013 | 707.00 | +3.00 | #184 |
| 2012 | 704.00 | +26.00 | #184 |
| 2011 | 678.00 | −20.00 | #182 |
| 2010 | 698.00 | −55.00 | #182 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guinea-Bissau matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw maternal mortality ratio improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Guinea-Bissau's maternal mortality ratio was 472.40 in 2025. Ranked 9th globally. This represents a 6.5% decrease from the previous year.
Guinea-Bissau's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 1,851.00 in 1985.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Guinea-Bissau was 472.40 in 2025.
Guinea-Bissau ranks 9th globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Guinea-Bissau's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 472.40 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Guinea-Bissau in 2025 was 472.40. This ranks 9th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Guinea-Bissau Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guinea-bissau/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}