World population growth is projected to flatten in coming decades

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June 17, 2019

World’s population is projected to nearly stop growing by the end of the century

World population growth is projected to flatten in coming decades

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World population growth is projected to flatten in coming decades

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World’s population is projected to nearly stop growing by the end of the century
Global fertility is falling as the world is aging
Latin America and the Caribbean had one of the world’s youngest populations in 1950; by 2100, it is expected to have the world’s oldest
Population growth in Africa is projected to remain strong throughout this century
By 2100, half of babies born worldwide are expected to be born in Africa
By 2100, five of the world’s 10 largest countries are projected to be in Africa

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