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In just seven years, Tanzania’s maternal mortality rate has been reduced by more than 80% — from 556 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2016 down to 104 in 2022.
BIRTHS

Tanzania leads the fight to end maternal deaths

The reduction in maternal mortality in the country proves that political will, smart investment and innovation can save mothers’ lives

  • Samia Suluhu Hassan
3 min read