Number of deaths in Afghanistan today so far:
9
A person dies approximately every 128.26 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 245,867
Number of deaths per day: 674
Number of deaths per hour: 28
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Afghanistan according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Collective violence and legal intervention | 51,928 |
| 2 | Ischaemic heart disease | 34,297 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 33,542 |
| 4 | Preterm birth complications | 21,998 |
| 5 | Stroke | 21,170 |
| 6 | Measles | 15,391 |
| 7 | Lower respiratory infections | 14,129 |
| 8 | Maternal conditions | 12,730 |
| 9 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 10,892 |
| 10 | Tuberculosis | 10,705 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Afghanistan?
The leading cause of death in Afghanistan is Collective violence and legal intervention, approximately 51,928 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Afghanistan?
The top three causes of death in Afghanistan are Collective violence and legal intervention, Ischaemic heart disease, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Collective violence and legal intervention in Afghanistan each year?
Approximately 51,928 people die from Collective violence and legal intervention in Afghanistan each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.