Lesotho: Maternal mortality

The latest value from 2020 is 566 deaths per 100,000 births, a decline from 629 deaths per 100,000 births in 2019. In comparison, the world average is 138 deaths per 100,000 births, based on data from 182 countries. Historically, the average for Lesotho from 2000 to 2020 is 725 deaths per 100,000 births. The minimum value, 545 deaths per 100,000 births, was reached in 2000 while the maximum of 1096 deaths per 100,000 births was recorded in 2009. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Maternal mortality ratio is the number of women who die from pregnancy-related causes while pregnant or within 42 days of pregnancy termination per 100,000 live births. The data are estimated with a regression model using information on the proportion of maternal deaths among non-AIDS deaths in women ages 15-49, fertility, birth attendants, and GDP measured using purchasing power parities (PPPs).