South Africa Population Growth in the 1980s (1980 to 1989)

South Africa Population Growth from 1980 to 1989

This page shows South Africa’s population growth in the 1980s from 1980 to 1989. South Africa’s official name is the Republic of South Africa. The country is located in the south of the continent of Africa. Additionally, it borders Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini, and Zimbabwe. South Africa gained its first independence from the United Kingdom in 1910. It was not until April 27, 1994, after a long fight against racism and a white apartheid government that it became a true democracy. As a result, South Africa’s independence was recognized on April 27, 1994.

The chart and review show the total population growth of South Africa from 1980 to 1989. Click here to review South Africa country overview.

Chart of South Africa Population Growth in the 1980s (1980 to 1989)

**Bar chart data are medium statistical estimates in millions.

Conclusion

South Africa’s population grew steadily from 1980 to 1989 for the decade. The population grew from 28.5 million  people in 1980 to 35.9 million people in 1989. As a result, the population grew by 25.9% in the 1980s (1980 to 1989). Additionally, the total life expectancy in South Africa is approximately 63.8 years (2019). Lastly, around 65% of South Africa’s population lives in urban areas.

Most importantly, the life expectancy in South Africa has increased from 48.1 years in 1960 to 63.8 years in 2019. To conclude, South Africa maintained sustained population growth despite having similar challenges as most countries on the African continent. Click here for South Africa’s population growth in the 1990s.