The Africa Report3d
Jakkie Cilliers: ‘Africa’s population surge condemns it to poverty’
On these core issues for the continent’s development, the chairman of the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) – a ...
The Economist1mon
To catch up economically, Africa must think big
Chart: The Economist ... the region is home to 15% of global population, accounts for just 3% of global output and provides 5% of growth. If sub-Saharan Africa were to raise its productivity ...
webtv.un.org2y
9.7 billion on Earth by 2050, but growth rate slowing, says new UN population report
In all, the population of sub-Saharan Africa is expected to practically double by 2050. However, growth in these countries comes against the backdrop of a slowing global fertility rate.
The Economist1mon
The economic gap between Africa and the rest of the world is growing
Most of the population growth expected over the rest of ... incomes seven times higher than those in sub-Saharan Africa. When plotted (see chart) the steadily growing gap looks “like the jaws ...
Yahoo9d
15 Largest Cities in Africa, Ranked by Population
Africa, a continent of immense diversity ... beaches and cultural landmarks like the National Museum make it a hub of activity and growth. The total population of Lagos is not closely tracked, but the ...
International Monetary Fund2mon
Growth and Stability in the Middle East and North Africa
The average annual rate of population increase during 1989-94 was about 3 percent, the same as that in sub-Saharan Africa. Underlying the population growth are fertility rates ... mainly with ...
World Bank7y
Creating Jobs for Africa’s Growing Population
Africa’s working age population is expected ... emerging consumer market hold the promise of significant growth opportunities. " “Looking ahead, the continent’s young and increasing population ...