Maternal mortality ratio

261.0 (deaths per 100,000 live births) in 2020

In 2020, maternal mortality ratio for Senegal was 261 deaths per 100,000 live births. Maternal mortality ratio of Senegal fell gradually from 596 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2001 to 261 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2020.

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Maternal mortality ratio is the number of women who die during pregnancy and childbirth, per 100,000 live births. The data are estimated with a regression model using information on fertility, birth attendants, and HIV prevalence.

Date Value Change, %
2020 261.0 1.16%
2019 258.0 -6.86%
2018 277.0 -0.36%
2017 278.0 -0.71%
2016 280.0 -12.77%
2015 321.0 -7.23%
2014 346.0 -1.98%
2013 353.0 -10.41%
2012 394.0 -5.52%
2011 417.0 -7.33%
2010 450.0 -4.46%
2009 471.0