Equatorial Guinea Under-five mortality rate 2026: 65.38 per live births

Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate in 2026 is 65.38 per live births (estimate), down 3.6% from 2025. It ranks #14 of 236 countries.

The under-five mortality rate measures the number of deaths per 1,000 live births for children under five. This critical statistic highlights child health and development, reflecting a country's healthcare quality and socioeconomic conditions. Understanding these rates is vital for improving global health initiatives.

Equatorial Guinea•12 years of data (2015–2026)••United Nations Population Division•

Estimated value for 2026 (interpolated, no direct source).

Historical Trend

Under-five mortality rate over timeSome values are estimated based on historical trends

Year-by-Year Data
YearValueChange% ChangeActions
202665.38 per live births2.47 per live births-3.64%
202567.85 per live births1.32 per live births-1.91%
202469.17 per live births1.46 per live births-2.07%
202370.64 per live births2.57 per live births-3.51%
202273.21 per live births2.53 per live births-3.34%
202175.74 per live births2.68 per live births-3.42%
202078.42 per live births2.74 per live births-3.38%
201981.16 per live births2.93 per live births-3.48%
201884.09 per live births2.92 per live births-3.35%
201787.01 per live births3.09 per live births-3.43%
201690.09 per live births3.19 per live births-3.42%
201593.28 per live births——

Frequently Asked Questions About Equatorial Guinea Under-five mortality rate

What is Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate in 2026?▾

Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate is 65.38 per live births in 2026 (estimate), according to United Nations Population Division.

Is Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate increasing or decreasing?▾

Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate fell by 3.6% from 2025 (67.85 per live births) to 2026 (65.38 per live births). Over the past decade (2016–2026) it fell by 27.4%.

How does Equatorial Guinea rank for under-five mortality rate?▾

In 2026, Equatorial Guinea has the 14th highest under-five mortality rate out of 236 countries with data.

What was Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate in 2015?▾

In 2015, Equatorial Guinea's under-five mortality rate was 93.28 per live births. By 2026 it fell by 29.9%.

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