Number of deaths in Morocco today so far:
215
A person dies approximately every 141.18 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 223,381
Number of deaths per day: 612
Number of deaths per hour: 26
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 Morocco according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 66,528 |
| 2 | Stroke | 30,945 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 26,497 |
| 4 | Hypertensive heart disease | 11,470 |
| 5 | Kidney diseases | 10,111 |
| 6 | Road injury | 7,060 |
| 7 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 7,037 |
| 8 | Diabetes mellitus | 6,702 |
| 9 | Lower respiratory infections | 5,663 |
| 10 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 5,522 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Morocco?
The leading cause of death in Morocco is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 66,528 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Morocco?
The top three causes of death in Morocco are Ischaemic heart disease, Stroke, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Morocco each year?
Approximately 66,528 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Morocco each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.