Opinion | Looking to a Time When Most of the World's Babies Will Be African
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The article discusses the shifting global demographic landscape, highlighting Africa's increasing significance due to its rising population and economic growth. The International Monetary Fund posits that we are entering an "African century," supported by forecasts that suggest by 2100, Africa could account for 54% of the world's births, and most of the world’s population could be African or Asian. Despite slower growth in past years, projections indicate a recovery in Africa's economic growth, reflecting its potential to become a central player in the global economy.
By 2100, over 80% of the world's population is expected to be African or Asian, signifying a drastic demographic shift set to unfold in the coming century.
Experts predict Africa will play a more significant global role, projecting that demographic changes will see 54% of the world's babies born in sub-Saharan Africa by 2100.
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