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10 countries with the highest maternal mortality rates in Africa: Where does Ghana stand?

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10 countries with the highest maternal mortality rates in Africa: Where does Ghana stand?

Image via Simple Ways to Sleep Better at Night During Pregnancy RankCountryMaternal mortality rate (per 100,000 live births)1Nigeria9932Chad7483South Sudan6924Central AfricanMaternal mortality remains a major public health challenge across Africa, with thousands of women dying each year from complications related to pregnancy and childbirth.

The 10 African countries with the highest rates.

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