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Mozambique launches Action Plan for Child Survival and reaffirms its commitment to reduce child mortality
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk World Health Organization , ReliefWeb
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
. The launch of the plan represents an important milestone in the national commitment to children’s health and well-being and comes at a particularly significant time, less than two months after the creation of the National Alliance for the Accelerated Reduction of Maternal, Neonatal and Child Morta
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Key takeaway 9 million children under the age of five will have died worldwide, with sub-Saharan Africa being the region with the highest rates of child mortality.
Why this matters
The launch of Mozambique's Action Plan for Child Survival marks a crucial step in the country's efforts to reduce child mortality, with the under-five mortality rate standing at 60 deaths per 1,000 live births. This plan is particularly significant given the regional context, as sub-Saharan Africa bears the highest rates of child mortality worldwide. By expanding access to quality health services and strengthening high-impact interventions, the plan aims to address preventable causes of child deaths, such as pneumonia, diarrhoea, and malaria. The involvement of international organizations like the World Health Organization and the commitment of cooperation partners will be essential in mobilizing resources and supporting the government's implementation efforts. As the plan aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 3.2, its success will not only impact Mozambique but also contribute to global efforts to eliminate preventable deaths among newborns and children under five.
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Category: disaster Published: July 22, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 2 min
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