Infant Mortality Rate: Tunisia

Analysis# Tunisia Infant Mortality Rate Tunisia's infant mortality rate stands at 9.7 per 1,000 births in 2024, marking a historic low for the country. Since 1962, when the rate peaked at 162.5 per 1,000 births, Tunisia has achieved a 94% reduction in infant mortality—a dramatic improvement reflecting decades of public health advancement and economic development. The steepest declines occurred between 1962 and the early 2000s, though progress has remained steady in recent years. From 2015 to 2024, the rate dropped from 16 to 9.7 per 1,000 births, demonstrating sustained momentum toward better child health outcomes. Continued downward trajectory suggests Tunisia is approaching infant mortality levels found in developed nations, positioning the country among North Africa's leaders in child survival rates.