Number of deaths in Lesotho today so far:
16
A person dies approximately every 1,287.66 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 24,491
Number of deaths per day: 67
Number of deaths per hour: 3
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 Lesotho according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuberculosis | 4,917 |
| 2 | HIV/AIDS | 4,233 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 2,645 |
| 4 | Stroke | 2,509 |
| 5 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,141 |
| 6 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 1,457 |
| 7 | Diabetes mellitus | 1,225 |
| 8 | Ischaemic heart disease | 1,110 |
| 9 | Preterm birth complications | 1,007 |
| 10 | Interpersonal violence | 910 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Lesotho?
The leading cause of death in Lesotho is Tuberculosis, approximately 4,917 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Lesotho?
The top three causes of death in Lesotho are Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Tuberculosis in Lesotho each year?
Approximately 4,917 people die from Tuberculosis in Lesotho each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.