Number of deaths in Gambia today so far:
34
A person dies approximately every 1,799.28 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 17,527
Number of deaths per day: 48
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 Gambia according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HIV/AIDS | 1,515 |
| 2 | Lower respiratory infections | 1,500 |
| 3 | Stroke | 1,475 |
| 4 | Ischaemic heart disease | 1,161 |
| 5 | COVID-19 | 1,073 |
| 6 | Tuberculosis | 980 |
| 7 | Preterm birth complications | 923 |
| 8 | Malaria | 691 |
| 9 | Road injury | 633 |
| 10 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 578 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Gambia?
The leading cause of death in Gambia is HIV/AIDS, approximately 1,515 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Gambia?
The top three causes of death in Gambia are HIV/AIDS, Lower respiratory infections, and Stroke.
How many people die from HIV/AIDS in Gambia each year?
Approximately 1,515 people die from HIV/AIDS in Gambia each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.