Child Mortality in Africa

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This map shows the share of children who do not survive to age 5 across African countries.
In 2023, an estimated 2,760,000 children under five died in Sub-Saharan Africa alone.

Behind every percentage is a life lost — often from preventable causes like malaria, pneumonia, diarrhea, malnutrition, and lack of access to basic healthcare.

📉 Progress has been made over the decades, but inequality between regions remains stark.
📈 Countries facing conflict, poverty, and weak health systems are hit the hardest.

Saving children’s lives is not just a health issue — it’s about equity, stability, and global responsibility.

💬 What do you think is the most effective way to reduce child mortality?

💡Source: OurWorldInData

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