A side-by-side look at South Africa and Tanzania. Fertility is 2.21 births per woman in South Africa (2024) versus 4.54 in Tanzania (2024). Population stands at 64.7M (2025) and 70.5M (2025) respectively. GDP per capita at purchasing-power parity is $13.6K versus $3.8K.
| Indicator | South Africa | Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility rate | 2.21#94 | 4.54#12 |
| Population | 64.7M | 70.5M |
| GDP / capita (PPP) | $13.6K | $3.8K |
Topic pages: South Africa fertility · Tanzania fertility · South Africa population · Tanzania population
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birthrate.io, "South Africa vs Tanzania". https://birthrate.io/compare/south-africa/tanzania (accessed 25 August 2026). Underlying data: World Bank; UN.
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