An analysis of the mortality caused by road traffic injury in Saudi Arabia reveals an overall increasing trend. In 2023, the mortality rate stood at 38.7 deaths per hundred thousand persons. Over the last two years, the year-on-year variation was relatively steady, with a 2.44% rise in 2022 and a 2.38% rise in 2023. Over the past five years, the CAGR was 3.11%, reflecting a consistent upward trend.
Future trends to watch for include:
• An anticipated 5-year forecast CAGR of 1.61% suggests a more modest increase in mortality rates.• The forecasted growth rate for the next five years stands at 8.33%, indicating ongoing concerns regarding road traffic safety.• Potential impacts of new road safety measures, technological advancements in vehicle safety, and public health initiatives might moderate the rising mortality rates.