How many women survive in Africa?
Two different measures, two studies
Alive after 3 years (5 countries)50%Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia
Alive after 5 years (South Africa)40%WHO fact sheet
In short: In sub-Saharan Africa, about one woman in two dies within 3 years. At least a third of these deaths could be avoided.
Source: Lancet Global Health, 2020 · WHO, 2024 · permanent link