Number of deaths in Mauritius today so far:
22
A person dies approximately every 2,691.47 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 11,717
Number of deaths per day: 32
Number of deaths per hour: 1
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 Mauritius according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 2,198 |
| 2 | Diabetes mellitus | 1,807 |
| 3 | Stroke | 1,127 |
| 4 | Kidney diseases | 901 |
| 5 | COVID-19 | 838 |
| 6 | Lower respiratory infections | 523 |
| 7 | Hypertensive heart disease | 333 |
| 8 | Breast cancer | 217 |
| 9 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 189 |
| 10 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 176 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Mauritius?
The leading cause of death in Mauritius is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 2,198 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Mauritius?
The top three causes of death in Mauritius are Ischaemic heart disease, Diabetes mellitus, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Mauritius each year?
Approximately 2,198 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Mauritius each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.