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

Zimbabwe Population Growth from 1960 to 1969

This page shows Zimbabwe’s population growth in the 1960s from 1960 to 1969. Zimbabwe’s official name is the Republic of Zimbabwe. The country is located in the southeast of the continent of Africa. Additionally, it borders ; South Africa to the south, Botswana to the south-west, Zambia to the north, and Mozambique to the east.  Eventually, Zimbabwe declared independence on April 18th, 1980.

The chart and review show the total population growth of Zimbabwe from 1960 to 1969. Furthermore, this was two decades before Zimbabwe’s independence in 1980. Click here to review Zimbabwe country overview.

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

**Bar chart data are medium statistical estimates.

Conclusion

Throughout the decade from 1960 to 1969, Zimbabwe’s population increased steadily. From 3.7 million in 1960 to 5.1 million in 1969, the population increased. Consequently, the 1960s saw a 37.8% increase in population (1960 to 1969). Furthermore, as of 2019, the average lifespan in Zimbabwe is 61.7 years. Finally, almost thirty percent of Zimbabweans reside in cities.

In conclusion, while facing many of comparable challenges as the majority of African nations, Zimbabwe managed to continue population growth. Click here for Zimbabwe’s population growth in the 1970s.