Number of deaths in Benin today so far:
103
A person dies approximately every 250.35 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 125,969
Number of deaths per day: 345
Number of deaths per hour: 14
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 Benin according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaria | 11,961 |
| 2 | Lower respiratory infections | 10,561 |
| 3 | Stroke | 8,252 |
| 4 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 6,654 |
| 5 | Preterm birth complications | 6,494 |
| 6 | Ischaemic heart disease | 4,217 |
| 7 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 3,636 |
| 8 | Road injury | 3,581 |
| 9 | COVID-19 | 3,261 |
| 10 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 2,718 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Benin?
The leading cause of death in Benin is Malaria, approximately 11,961 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Benin?
The top three causes of death in Benin are Malaria, Lower respiratory infections, and Stroke.
How many people die from Malaria in Benin each year?
Approximately 11,961 people die from Malaria in Benin each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.