Angola Population Growth in the 1970s (1970 to 1979)

Angola Population Growth from 1970 to 1979

This page shows Angola population growth in the 1970s from 1970 to 1979. Angola’s official name is the Republic of Angola. Angola is located on the north-western coast of Africa. It is bordered by Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Zambia to the east, Namibia to the south, and the Republic of the Congo . Angola gained independence from Portugal on November 11, 1975.  

The below chart and review shows the total population growth of Angola from 1970 to 1979. This is the decade that Angola gained its independence in 1975.  Click here to review Angola country overview.

Chart of Angola Population Growth in the 1970s (1970 to 1979)

**Bar chart data are medium statistical estimates.

Conclusion

Angola population grew steadily from 1970 to 1979 for the decade. The population grew from 5.8 million people in 1970 to 8 million people in 1979. As a result, the population grew 37.9% in the 1970s (1970 to 1979). This is one of the highest population growth rates in Angola within comparable decades. 

To conclude, Angola has similar economic and security challenges as most countries on the African continent but still managed to maintain sustained population growth. Click here for Angola population growth in the 1980s.

To conclude, Angola has similar economic and security challenges as most countries on the African continent but has still managed to maintain sustained population growth.  The population has grown over the years and decades. Additionally, as more people are born and others live longer, the population will continue to grow. While the population keeps growing, the country will need to work to make sure everyone is happy and has what they need. The population growth depends mainly on taking care of its people. This will ensure a prosperous future for all citizens. Angola has had a turbulent history, but the population has been well-thought out. Finally, the country still has an abundance of growth to come.