Health Statistics
Comprehensive health statistics and indicators from the Ministry of Health and WHO databases.
Key Health Indicators
Total Births Notified (2023)
151,004
Deaths in OPD (2023)
1,281
ANC Completion Rate (2022)
34.3%
Women completing 4+ ANC visits
Disability Prevalence
2.7%
Average across population
Birth Notification and Deaths in OPD
Births vs Deaths by State (2023)
Key Insights
- Western Equatoria reported highest births (27,403) with minimal deaths (20)
- Central Equatoria shows high births (19,247) with significant deaths (726)
- Upper Nile demonstrates rapid growth in births (16,511) with moderate deaths (115)
Analysis
The chart reveals significant variation in birth-to-death ratios across states. States with stronger healthcare infrastructure show higher birth registration rates, while death rates in OPD settings vary based on accessibility and service quality.
State Ministry of Health Birth Notification and Deaths in OPD 2020 - 2023
| State & Administrative Area | Number of births notified to registrar | Deaths in the OPD | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
| Central Equatoria State | 12,702 | 17,344 | 17,081 | 19,247 | 114 | 233 | 573 | 726 |
| Eastern Equatoria State | 8,550 | 9,561 | 10,951 | 11,750 | 61 | 30 | 194 | 26 |
| Jonglei State | 1,570 | 4,052 | 8,549 | 8,845 | 42 | 66 | 74 | 66 |
| Lakes State | 8,924 | 13,089 | 12,730 | 14,400 | 59 | 13 | 12 | 7 |
| Northern Bahr El Ghazal | 8,422 | 11,204 | 8,289 | 10,335 | 14 | 28 | 31 | 58 |
| Unity State | 6,024 | 9,974 | 8,949 | 12,042 | 49 | 21 | 30 | 44 |
| Upper Nile State | 3,986 | 6,197 | 10,501 | 16,511 | 1,097 | 63 | 53 | 115 |
| Warrap State | 8,138 | 12,244 | 14,140 | 14,805 | 444 | 52 | 73 | 63 |
| Western Bahr El Ghazal | 7,227 | 8,925 | 9,220 | 9,234 | 108 | 97 | 256 | 129 |
| Western Equatoria State | 19,207 | 21,930 | 30,196 | 27,403 | 30 | 9 | 18 | 20 |
| Abyei Administrative Area | 51 | 253 | 274 | 849 | 1 | - | - | |
| Pibor Administrative Area | - | 116 | 1,132 | 1,709 | - | - | 6 | 27 |
| Ruweng Administrative Area | 3,397 | 4,239 | 4,306 | 3,874 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - |
| South Sudan Total | 88,198 | 119,128 | 136,318 | 151,004 | 2,018 | 614 | 1,321 | 1,281 |
Source: Ministry of Health-2024
Leading Causes of Death - 2021
Leading Causes of Death in South Sudan - 2021
Overall Trends
Lower respiratory infections remain the leading cause of mortality, followed by neonatal conditions and diarrheal diseases. Infectious diseases continue to dominate mortality statistics in South Sudan.
Female-Specific Issues
Maternal conditions are a significant cause of death for females, highlighting the urgent need for improved maternal healthcare services and access to skilled birth attendants.
Male-Specific Issues
Males show higher mortality rates from injuries, violence, and cardiovascular diseases. This indicates different health risk profiles between genders.
Source: WHO database
Leading Causes of Death Among Females - 2021
The data shows maternal healthcare as a critical area needing improvement. Lower respiratory infections remain the leading cause, but preventable maternal conditions contribute significantly to female mortality.
Leading Causes of Death Among Males - 2021
Injury prevention and cardiovascular health interventions could significantly reduce male mortality rates. Road injuries and violence represent major preventable causes of death among males.
Maternal Health Indicators
Skilled Birth Attendant Coverage
Key Insights
- Urban advantage: Urban areas show 78% coverage compared to 42% in rural areas
- Hospital deliveries: Highest skilled attendance rate at 96%
- Home births: Only 35% have skilled attendance, indicating need for community outreach
- Geographic disparities: Significant variation in coverage between urban and rural settings
Improving skilled birth attendance is crucial for reducing maternal and neonatal mortality rates in South Sudan, particularly in rural and underserved areas.
Source: Ministry of Health-2024
Antenatal Care Statistics
ANC Completion Rate (ANC4/ANC1) - 2022
Shows the percentage of women who complete 4 antenatal care visits after starting ANC1. Completion rates vary from 33.8% in Warrap to 54.9% in Western Bahr El Ghazal.
Leading States for ANC1 Visits - 2022
Warrap State had the highest number of ANC1 visits in 2022 (60,978), indicating strong antenatal care initiation in this region.
ANC1 Vs ANC4 Visits by State (2020-2022)
| State & Administrative Areas | ANC 1 visits | ANC 4 visits | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
| Central Equatoria State | 39,408 | 44,540 | 43,461 | 19,508 | 17,640 | 17,436 |
| Eastern Equatoria State | 32,917 | 32,574 | 32,552 | 10,920 | 10,450 | 11,374 |
| Jonglei State | 18,983 | 25,355 | 28,178 | 8,087 | 10,997 | 10,548 |
| Lakes State | 43,432 | 46,505 | 42,354 | 15,185 | 16,071 | 13,991 |
| Northern Bahr El Ghazal State | 52,978 | 57,276 | 51,187 | 29,244 | 31,675 | 22,421 |
| Unity State | 38,214 | 46,573 | 48,496 | 16,541 | 17,665 | 16,760 |
| Upper Nile State | 23,959 | 25,470 | 33,023 | 13,268 | 13,883 | 15,774 |
| Warrap State | 63,108 | 61,842 | 60,978 | 18,807 | 19,894 | 20,623 |
| Western Bahr El Ghazal State | 18,718 | 19,530 | 20,316 | 10,902 | 10,323 | 11,146 |
| Western Equatoria State | 36,315 | 37,527 | 37,504 | 15,817 | 17,121 | 15,876 |
| Abyei Administrative Area | 728 | 3,044 | 1,446 | 323 | 1,603 | 1,012 |
| Pibor Administrative Area | 3,947 | 5,513 | 8,615 | 1,009 | 1,493 | 1,448 |
| Ruweng Administrative Area | 7,091 | 6,635 | 7,310 | 3,826 | 3,073 | 3,164 |
Source: Ministry of Health
Disability Statistics
Disability Prevalence by Type and Gender - 2021
Key Findings from PES 2021
- Walking disability is most prevalent at 3.0% for females and 2.3% for males
- Gender disparity: Females report higher disability rates across all categories
- Vision impairment: Affects 2.9% of females and 1.9% of males
- Concentration issues: Reported by 2.6% of females and 1.9% of males
- Selfcare difficulties: 2.6% of females and 1.9% of males
- Communication issues: 2.2% of females and 1.5% of males
These statistics highlight the need for gender-sensitive disability support services and inclusive healthcare policies that address the specific needs of women and men with disabilities.
Source: PES 2021 - Population Estimation Survey
Highest Disability Type
Walking Difficulties
3.0% females, 2.3% males
Gender Disparity
Higher in Females
Females have higher disability rates across all categories
Vision Impairment
2.9% Females
Second most common disability type
Data Sources and Methodology
Primary Data Sources
- Ministry of Health (2024): Birth notifications, OPD deaths, and skilled birth attendant data
- World Health Organization (WHO): Leading causes of death (2021) by gender
- Population Estimation Survey (PES 2021): Disability statistics by type and gender
- Ministry of Health: ANC visits and maternal health indicators
Coverage and Period
- Birth and death data: 2020-2023 (annual)
- ANC visit data: 2020-2022 (annual)
- Mortality data: 2021 (WHO estimates)
- Disability data: 2021 (PES survey)
Note: All data presented follows the official reporting standards and methodologies of the respective source organizations. Figures are subject to revision as updated information becomes available.