Infant Mortality Rate: Burkina Faso

Analysis# Burkina Faso Infant Mortality Rate Burkina Faso's infant mortality rate stands at 43.6 deaths per 1,000 births in 2024, representing a dramatic 74.6% decline since 1960, when the rate peaked at 171.5 per 1,000 births. The country has achieved its lowest recorded rate in 2024, demonstrating sustained progress in child survival over six decades despite persistent development challenges. The downward trajectory accelerated markedly between 2015 and 2024, dropping from 56.3 to 43.6 per 1,000 births. This nine-year period reflects consistent annual improvements, with reductions ranging from 1 to 2 deaths per 1,000 births yearly. The steady decline suggests strengthened healthcare infrastructure, improved maternal and child health interventions, and better disease prevention across the nation.