Number of deaths in Niger today so far:
193
A person dies approximately every 133.79 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 235,707
Number of deaths per day: 646
Number of deaths per hour: 27
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 Niger according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaria | 33,350 |
| 2 | Lower respiratory infections | 29,141 |
| 3 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 25,424 |
| 4 | Stroke | 12,086 |
| 5 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 11,197 |
| 6 | Preterm birth complications | 9,288 |
| 7 | COVID-19 | 7,720 |
| 8 | Meningitis | 7,501 |
| 9 | Road injury | 6,736 |
| 10 | Neonatal sepsis and infections | 6,161 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Niger?
The leading cause of death in Niger is Malaria, approximately 33,350 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Niger?
The top three causes of death in Niger are Malaria, Lower respiratory infections, and Diarrhoeal diseases.
How many people die from Malaria in Niger each year?
Approximately 33,350 people die from Malaria in Niger each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.