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Report: Countries that need nurses and midwives the most, 2024

Christina Miller, Ph.D.Christina Miller, Ph.D.Special Reports
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According to CEOWORLD magazine, 35 countries have less than one nurse or midwife per 1,000 people. Somalia (1.13), Cameroon (1.93), Chad (1.98), Sierra Leone (2.04), Niger (2.02), Central African Republic (2.35), Equatorial Guinea (2.7), Benin (2.91), and Madagascar (2.92) are the countries with less than three nurses/midwives per 10,000 people.

Nurses and midwives play a crucial role in healthcare, particularly in rural areas where they are often the sole medical support available. Doctors are more expensive and tend to be located in urban areas. Without nurses and midwives, it would be much harder to combat contagious and vaccine-preventable diseases like measles, tuberculosis, malaria, and HIV/AIDS.

These professionals provide early screening, prevention, and treatment to those who would otherwise have no access to healthcare. Their contribution to improving global public health extends beyond just treating diseases. They also help improve maternal and newborn health.

In 2024, the countries that require nurses and midwives the most will be those with the lowest number of healthcare providers.

Nurses and Midwives (per 10,000 population)

RankCountryRegionNurses and Midwives (per 10,000 population)
1SomaliaEastern Mediterranean1.13
2CameroonAfrica1.93
3ChadAfrica1.98
4Sierra LeoneAfrica2.04
5NigerAfrica2.22
6Central African RepublicAfrica2.35
7Equatorial GuineaAfrica2.7
8BeninAfrica2.91
9MadagascarAfrica2.92
10SenegalAfrica3.57

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Christina Miller, Ph.D.

Christina Miller, Ph.D.

Christina Miller, PhD in Public Narrative and Media Ethics, is the Associate News Editor at CEOWORLD Magazine, where she integrates her expertise in economics and global communications to curate authoritative content for senior executives. With over 15 years in business journalism and strategic media, Christina has worked with major international publications and PR consultancies, covering everything from global trade policy to brand management and investor relations. Born in New York and educated in London, she brings a cross-cultural lens to her editorial leadership.

Christina’s work emphasizes the connection between economic insight and corporate storytelling, helping executives and companies position themselves effectively in competitive markets. At CEOWORLD, she leads a team of finance writers and communication strategists, producing analysis and features on business transformation, financial forecasting, and executive branding. Her editorial voice is known for clarity, balance, and insight.

Christina holds a master’s degree in Economics and a diploma in Global Strategic Communications. She’s also a contributor to international business panels and often speaks on topics related to reputation management and the global economy. With a strong belief in the power of strategic messaging, Christina ensures CEOWORLD readers receive content that informs action and strengthens leadership visibility.

Email Christina Miller at christina@ceoworld.biz
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