Rwanda Maternal Mortality Ratio
Maternal mortality ratio per 100,000 live births SH.STA.MMRT
Rwanda's maternal mortality ratio was 213.20 in 2025, ranked 32nd globally. This represents a 6.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's maternal mortality ratio stood at 213.20 in 2025, a decline of +15.80 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 213.20 by 2025. Rwanda ranked 32nd globally.
Rwanda's maternal mortality ratio has exhibited a remarkable decline over the past four decades, from a staggering 5,721.00 deaths per 100,000 live births in 1994, the peak year following the devastating genocide, to 213.20 in 2025. This reduction represents a significant improvement in the country's maternal healthcare, with Rwanda ranking 32nd globally in terms of maternal mortality ratio. The country's progress is comparable to that of Malawi, which ranks 35th, with a ratio of 218.40 in 2025. The improvement is a testament to the government's efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and increase access to maternal healthcare services. Despite this progress, Rwanda still faces challenges in reducing maternal mortality, particularly in rural areas. To continue improving the trajectory, the government will need to sustain investments in healthcare infrastructure and address the persistent disparities in access to maternal healthcare services.
Data & projection
| Year | Maternal Mortality Ratio | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 205.00 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 213.20 | - | - |
| 2025 | 213.20 | −15.80 | #32 |
| 2023 | 229.00 | −5.00 | #160 |
| 2022 | 234.00 | −20.00 | #161 |
| 2021 | 254.00 | +2.00 | #159 |
| 2020 | 252.00 | −9.00 | #161 |
| 2019 | 261.00 | −8.00 | #163 |
| 2018 | 269.00 | −6.00 | #164 |
| 2017 | 275.00 | −3.00 | #162 |
| 2016 | 278.00 | −14.00 | #161 |
| 2015 | 292.00 | −9.00 | #159 |
| 2014 | 301.00 | −16.00 | #157 |
| 2013 | 317.00 | −14.00 | #158 |
| 2012 | 331.00 | −27.00 | #158 |
| 2011 | 358.00 | −35.00 | #160 |
| 2010 | 393.00 | −25.00 | #161 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. 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
Rwanda's maternal mortality ratio was 213.20 in 2025. Ranked 32nd globally. This represents a 6.9% decrease from the previous year.
Rwanda's maternal mortality ratio peaked at 5,721.00 in 1994.
The lowest maternal mortality ratio in Rwanda was 213.20 in 2025.
Rwanda ranks 32nd globally in maternal mortality ratio as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.STA.MMRT. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's maternal mortality ratio is projected to reach 213.20 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The maternal mortality ratio of Rwanda in 2025 was 213.20. This ranks 32nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_maternal-mortality,
title = {Rwanda Maternal Mortality Ratio},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/maternal-mortality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}