Number of deaths in Cabo Verde today so far:
4
A person dies approximately every 11,615.47 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 2,715
Number of deaths per day: 7
Number of deaths per hour: 0
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 Cabo Verde according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 459 |
| 2 | Stroke | 402 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 331 |
| 4 | Lower respiratory infections | 234 |
| 5 | Diabetes mellitus | 139 |
| 6 | Kidney diseases | 112 |
| 7 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 107 |
| 8 | Road injury | 90 |
| 9 | Hypertensive heart disease | 84 |
| 10 | Self-harm | 78 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Cabo Verde?
The leading cause of death in Cabo Verde is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 459 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Cabo Verde?
The top three causes of death in Cabo Verde are Ischaemic heart disease, Stroke, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Cabo Verde each year?
Approximately 459 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Cabo Verde each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.