Rwanda Infant Mortality Rate
Infant mortality rate per 1,000 live births SP.DYN.IMRT.IN
Rwanda's infant mortality rate was 29.8 in 2025, ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 2.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's infant mortality rate stood at 29.8 in 2025, a decline of +0.7 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 29.8 by 2025. Rwanda ranked 43rd globally.
Rwanda's infant mortality rate has experienced a significant decline over the past six and a half decades, from a staggering 124.40 in 1960 to 29.82 in 2025, which ranks it 43rd globally. This reduction represents a substantial improvement in healthcare access and quality, particularly following the tragic events of 1994, when the rate reached its all-time peak of 212.20. The country's progress is comparable to that of Papua New Guinea, which maintains a similar infant mortality rate of 29.94. However, Rwanda's achievement is all the more remarkable given its tumultuous past. As the country continues to develop its healthcare infrastructure and invest in maternal and child healthcare, it is likely to see further reductions in infant mortality. A sustained commitment to these efforts and increased access to quality healthcare services will be crucial in maintaining this trend and ultimately achieving a lower infant mortality rate.
Data & projection
| Year | Infant Mortality Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 29.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 29.8 | - | - |
| 2025 | 29.8 | −0.7 | #43 |
| 2023 | 30.5 | −0.3 | #150 |
| 2022 | 30.8 | −0.3 | #148 |
| 2021 | 31.1 | −0.4 | #147 |
| 2020 | 31.5 | −0.3 | #148 |
| 2019 | 31.8 | −0.4 | #146 |
| 2018 | 32.2 | −0.4 | #146 |
| 2017 | 32.6 | −0.5 | #144 |
| 2016 | 33.1 | −0.6 | #144 |
| 2015 | 33.7 | −0.9 | #144 |
| 2014 | 34.6 | −1.1 | #145 |
| 2013 | 35.7 | −1.5 | #145 |
| 2012 | 37.2 | −1.8 | #145 |
| 2011 | 39.0 | −3.2 | #145 |
| 2010 | 42.2 | −3.2 | #149 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw infant mortality rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's infant mortality rate was 29.8 in 2025. Ranked 43rd globally. This represents a 2.2% decrease from the previous year.
Rwanda's infant mortality rate peaked at 212.2 in 1994.
The lowest infant mortality rate in Rwanda was 29.8 in 2025.
Rwanda ranks 43rd globally in infant mortality rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.IMRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's infant mortality rate is projected to reach 29.8 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The infant mortality rate of Rwanda in 2025 was 29.8. This ranks 43rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_infant-mortality,
title = {Rwanda Infant Mortality Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/infant-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}