Drunk Driving

The Worst Countries In The World For Drunk Driving

South Africa is one of the most dangerous countries worldwide for road accidents with 25.1 deaths per 100,000 people every year according to the WHO's Global Status report on Road Safety for 2015. A shocking 6 out of every 10 fatalities on the country's roads are caused by alcohol impairment. How does that compare to other countries?

Canada has seen its fatal road accidents fall 43 percent since 2000 but the rate of death from alcohol consumption remains high for a developed nation at 34 percent. The United States also has a high rate of road accident fatalities through alcohol at 31 percent while the rate in Germany is only 9 percent.

Description

This chart shows the percentage of road accident deaths involving alcohol in 2015 (selected countries).

Download Chart
Consumer spending in South Africa Q1 2018- Q4 2025, by quarter
Premium statistics
Goods trade balance in South Africa 2016-2025
Production of sugar cane in South Africa 2000/01-2025/26
Premium statistics
Export of goods from South Africa 2016-2025
Premium statistics
Import of goods to South Africa 2016-2025
Main import partners for South Africa 2024

Any more questions?

Get in touch with us quickly and easily.
We are happy to help!

Do you still have questions?

Feel free to contact us anytime using our contact form or visit our FAQ page.

Statista Content & Design

Need infographics, animated videos, presentations, data research or social media charts?

More Information