Tanzania Population Growth in the 1960s (1960 to 1969)

Tanzania Population Growth from 1960 to 1969

This page shows Tanzania’s population growth in the 1960s from 1960 to 1969. Tanzania’s official name is the United Republic of Tanzania. The country is located on the eastern coast  of the continent of Africa. Additionally, it borders Kenya and Uganda to the north; Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west; and Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique to the south.  Eventually, Tanzania declared independence on December 9th, 1961.

The chart and review show the total population growth of Tanzania from 1960 to 1969. Furthermore, this was the decade during Tanzania’s independence in 1961. Click here to review Tanzania country overview.

Chart of Tanzania Population Growth in the 1960s (1960 to 1969)

**Bar chart data are medium statistical estimates.

Conclusion

Tanzania’s population expanded gradually over the decade 1960–1969. The population increased from 10 million in 1960 to 13.1 million by 1969. As a result, the population increased by 31% during the 1960s (1960-1969). Tanzania’s total life expectancy is approximately 65.8 years (2019). Furthermore, urbanization accounts for approximately 35% of Tanzania’s population.

To summarize, Tanzania maintained consistent population growth despite facing similar obstacles as most African countries. Click here for Tanzania’s population growth in the 1970s.