Maputo, Mozambique — The Mozambican government has officially launched the Child Survival Action Plan 2026-2030, a comprehensive initiative budgeted at over US$175 million, with the ambitious goal of significantly cutting child mortality rates within the country.
The plan, which was unveiled on Monday, 20 July 2026, in Maputo Province, represents a strategic milestone in Mozambique’s commitment to improving child health and survival. Despite a considerable decrease in child mortality over the past two decades, Mozambique continues to grapple with significant health challenges, particularly in rural and impoverished areas.
The current under — five mortality rate is 60 deaths per 1,000 live births, a figure the government aims to reduce to fewer than 35 per 1,000 live births by 2030.
The Child Survival Action Plan, coordinated by the Ministry of Health, outlines a multifaceted approach focused on preventive measures and early intervention strategies. This includes improving access to quality primary healthcare, enhancing nutrition and immunization programs, and tackling the leading causes of child death.
The plan’s launch follows the creation of the National Alliance for the Accelerated Reduction of Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Mortality in May 2026. This alliance, which unites government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international partners, aims to coordinate efforts in reducing child mortality.
The Mozambican government’s dedication to child health and survival is in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 3. 2, which targets the elimination of preventable child deaths. International organizations such as the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have expressed their support for the plan, emphasizing its importance in contributing to the global effort to reduce child mortality and achieve the SDGs by 2030.
The Child Survival Action Plan is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Mozambique’s health system.
The government’s Integrated Investment Programme 2026-2030, which includes measures to expand the capacity of the Port of Maputo, is expected to support health initiatives by accelerating the country’s industrialization and economic growth.
The success of the Child Survival Action Plan hinges on the effective coordination of efforts among various stakeholders and the allocation of resources to implement the strategies outlined.
As Mozambique moves forward with this comprehensive approach, the focus will be on tangible outcomes and the lives saved, reflecting the government’s dedication to the well-being of its citizens and its crucial contribution to the global fight against child mortality.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: reliefweb
Source: World Health Organization
