Infant mortality in South Africa

Infant mortality

24.2

/ 1,000 births

World rank

#139

of 196

Percentile

29%

lower is better

Data quality

Measured

Year: 2024

Deaths of infants under one year per 1,000 live births.

Source: World Bank Open Data · source data.

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FAQ

What is the infant mortality in South Africa?

South Africa has a infant mortality of 24.2 / 1,000 births (2024). Deaths of infants under one year per 1,000 live births.

How does South Africa rank for infant mortality?

South Africa ranks #139 of 196 countries for infant mortality (lower is better).