Kenya under-five mortality rate drops to 37 deaths per 1,000 live births – KNBS
The latest findings show that under-five mortality has fallen to 37 deaths per 1,000 live births, down from 41 recorded in the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey.
Nairobi, Kenya - The under-five mortality rate in Kenya has dropped to 37 deaths per 1,000 live births, according to the 2025/2026 Kenya Mini Demographic and Health Survey. This represents a decrease from 41 deaths per 1,000 live births recorded in the 2022 survey. Infant mortality has also fallen from 32 to 30 deaths per 1,000 live births, while neonatal mortality has decreased from 21 to 19 deaths per 1,000 live births.
While these improvements indicate progress in child survival, preventable deaths continue to be a concern, underscoring the importance of ongoing investment in maternal and child healthcare. WHO Representative Neema Kimambo emphasized that the statistics represent individual children whose survival hinges on proper nutrition and access to essential healthcare services.
The data aims to help national and county governments pinpoint weaknesses in child healthcare and enhance efforts targeting preventable deaths.
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