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Ghana's maternal mortality ratio declined by 75.2% between 2000 and 2023
According to the latest estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) and partner agencies, Ghana’s maternal mortality ratio declined from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2023.
Despite the progress,"Ghana has made important progress, reducing its maternal mortality ratio from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2023, according to the latest estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO) and partner agencies."However, this remains far above the Sustainable Development Goal and World Health Organization (WHO) benchmark of fewer than 70 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030," a statement from the engagement said.
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