The maternal and child mortality in the Middle East and North Africa between 2000 and 2020: the role of health financing

Low-income countries in the MENA region, with the highest mortality rates, face greater challenges in reducing MCH mortality rates, necessitating tailored interventions to expand evidence-based MCH services and/or reinforce their effectiveness. Total investment in health plays a critical role in reducing mortality rates. Efforts to build a sustainable health financing system are key to improving MCH outcomes. Besides, endeavors to address broader socioeconomic factors and political stability should be prioritized in countries with major concerns of poverty and conflict.