Zimbabwe's Population Growing At 2%, To Reach 19 Million By 2032: Report Claims

A report compiled by the government in collaboration with the United Nations agency on migration projects that Zimbabwe’s population will increase by 2% annually over the next two decades. The current growth rate will see the country reach 19 million by 2032, up from the current estimate of 13,5 million people. The report read in part

The total population is projected to pass the 19 million mark in 2032. Experts expect that a steadily improving life expectancy at birth, reduced Aids-related deaths, expanding educational levels, rising incomes, urbanisation and improved public health systems will give rise to a higher average annual growth rate.

These changes signal the initial stages of a demographic transition. If Zimbabwe responds to such changes with appropriate policies, the country could potentially reap the benefits of a demographic dividend. At any rate, the realisation of the potential benefits of this demographic dividend depends on a mix of social and economic development policies and the broader economic environment.

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