Number of deaths in Congo today so far:
15
A person dies approximately every 783.50 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 40,250
Number of deaths per day: 110
Number of deaths per hour: 5
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 Congo according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HIV/AIDS | 8,214 |
| 2 | Tuberculosis | 6,342 |
| 3 | Ischaemic heart disease | 2,826 |
| 4 | Stroke | 2,598 |
| 5 | Malaria | 2,415 |
| 6 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,236 |
| 7 | COVID-19 | 2,224 |
| 8 | Preterm birth complications | 1,645 |
| 9 | Diabetes mellitus | 1,262 |
| 10 | Hypertensive heart disease | 1,171 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Congo?
The leading cause of death in Congo is HIV/AIDS, approximately 8,214 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Congo?
The top three causes of death in Congo are HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Ischaemic heart disease.
How many people die from HIV/AIDS in Congo each year?
Approximately 8,214 people die from HIV/AIDS in Congo each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.