Number of deaths in Malawi today so far:
94
A person dies approximately every 275.21 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 114,589
Number of deaths per day: 314
Number of deaths per hour: 13
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 Malawi according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HIV/AIDS | 13,606 |
| 2 | Stroke | 10,940 |
| 3 | Lower respiratory infections | 9,669 |
| 4 | COVID-19 | 8,987 |
| 5 | Tuberculosis | 8,324 |
| 6 | Malaria | 8,077 |
| 7 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 7,294 |
| 8 | Ischaemic heart disease | 6,139 |
| 9 | Preterm birth complications | 5,977 |
| 10 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 4,647 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Malawi?
The leading cause of death in Malawi is HIV/AIDS, approximately 13,606 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Malawi?
The top three causes of death in Malawi are HIV/AIDS, Stroke, and Lower respiratory infections.
How many people die from HIV/AIDS in Malawi each year?
Approximately 13,606 people die from HIV/AIDS in Malawi each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.