Half the world’s children will be born in sub-Saharan Africa by 2100

Key points:

  1. Rapid population growth: Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing a baby boom due to improved healthcare, while other regions like China and India are seeing declining fertility rates
  2. Demographic shift: By the end of the century, over half of the world’s babies will be born in Sub-Saharan Africa, compared to 30% in 2021
  3. Increased population pressure: The region’s population is expected to double by 2050, putting immense strain on schools, healthcare, and other resources.

Source: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/16/what-a-baby-boom-means-for-africa