Number of deaths in Gabon today so far:
2
A person dies approximately every 1,995.07 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 15,807
Number of deaths per day: 43
Number of deaths per hour: 2
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 Gabon according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuberculosis | 4,322 |
| 2 | HIV/AIDS | 1,876 |
| 3 | Ischaemic heart disease | 1,090 |
| 4 | Stroke | 997 |
| 5 | Lower respiratory infections | 927 |
| 6 | COVID-19 | 776 |
| 7 | Diabetes mellitus | 705 |
| 8 | Kidney diseases | 666 |
| 9 | Preterm birth complications | 621 |
| 10 | Hypertensive heart disease | 524 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Gabon?
The leading cause of death in Gabon is Tuberculosis, approximately 4,322 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Gabon?
The top three causes of death in Gabon are Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and Ischaemic heart disease.
How many people die from Tuberculosis in Gabon each year?
Approximately 4,322 people die from Tuberculosis in Gabon each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.