Number of deaths in Papua New Guinea today so far:
46
A person dies approximately every 454.93 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 69,320
Number of deaths per day: 190
Number of deaths per hour: 8
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 Papua New Guinea according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuberculosis | 7,942 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 5,849 |
| 3 | Stroke | 5,669 |
| 4 | Ischaemic heart disease | 5,163 |
| 5 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 4,198 |
| 6 | Diabetes mellitus | 3,334 |
| 7 | Malaria | 2,610 |
| 8 | Preterm birth complications | 2,496 |
| 9 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,424 |
| 10 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 2,077 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Papua New Guinea?
The leading cause of death in Papua New Guinea is Tuberculosis, approximately 7,942 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Papua New Guinea?
The top three causes of death in Papua New Guinea are Tuberculosis, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Tuberculosis in Papua New Guinea each year?
Approximately 7,942 people die from Tuberculosis in Papua New Guinea each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.