Number of deaths in Sudan today so far:
452
A person dies approximately every 97.85 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 322,292
Number of deaths per day: 883
Number of deaths per hour: 37
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 Sudan according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 40,843 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 29,694 |
| 3 | Preterm birth complications | 19,771 |
| 4 | Stroke | 19,201 |
| 5 | Lower respiratory infections | 14,681 |
| 6 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 10,821 |
| 7 | Road injury | 9,711 |
| 8 | Malaria | 8,521 |
| 9 | Measles | 8,304 |
| 10 | Congenital anomalies | 7,502 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Sudan?
The leading cause of death in Sudan is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 40,843 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Sudan?
The top three causes of death in Sudan are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Preterm birth complications.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Sudan each year?
Approximately 40,843 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Sudan each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.