The Impact of Socio-Economic, Demographic, and Geographic Factors on the Mortality of Children Under the Age of Five in Kenya, 2022

Abstract

Under-five child mortality is significantly associated with breastfeeding, the mother's age, and mothers who had a child previously in Kenya. The identified significant determinants align well with the SDG 2030 targets of improving socio-economic status, healthcare systems and reducing inequality. Therefore, the study suggests that preventing underaged women's pregnancy, proper maternal nutrition among pregnant women, and breastfeeding should be practiced as they are more likely to reduce under-five child mortality.