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Zimbabwe Infant Mortality Rate

Infant mortality rate per 1,000 live births  SP.DYN.IMRT.IN

38.1 −2.5 (-6.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #26 Global Peak 79.4 (1960) Source World Bank

Zimbabwe Infant Mortality Rate (1960–2025)

Overview

Zimbabwe's infant mortality rate stood at 38.1 in 2025, a decline of +2.5 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 38.1 by 2025. Zimbabwe ranked 26th globally.

Data & projection

Year Infant Mortality Rate YoY change Rank
2026* trend 36.7 - -
2025* trend 38.1 - -
2025 38.1 −2.5 #26
2023 40.6 −1.6 #171
2022 42.2 −1.4 #171
2021 43.6 −1.3 #171
2020 44.9 −1.1 #172
2019 46.0 −1.4 #172
2018 47.4 −1.8 #172
2017 49.2 −1.6 #172
2016 50.8 −2.0 #172
2015 52.8 −1.5 #172
2014 54.3 −2.7 #172
2013 57.0 −2.9 #173
2012 59.9 −4.8 #174
2011 64.7 −2.9 #180
2010 67.6 −3.1 #177
Show all years (1960-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 736.1% GDP growth 1.7% Unemployment 9.4%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

Zimbabwe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw infant mortality rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zimbabwe's infant mortality rate?

Zimbabwe's infant mortality rate was 38.1 in 2025. Ranked 26th globally. This represents a 6.3% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest infant mortality rate in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe's infant mortality rate peaked at 79.4 in 1960.

What was the lowest infant mortality rate in Zimbabwe?

The lowest infant mortality rate in Zimbabwe was 38.1 in 2025.

How does Zimbabwe rank in infant mortality rate?

Zimbabwe ranks 26th globally in infant mortality rate as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for infant mortality rate?

The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.IMRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected infant mortality rate of Zimbabwe in 2025?

Zimbabwe's infant mortality rate is projected to reach 38.1 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the infant mortality rate of Zimbabwe in 2025?

The infant mortality rate of Zimbabwe in 2025 was 38.1. This ranks 26th in the world.

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