A side-by-side look at Niger and South Africa. Fertility is 5.94 births per woman in Niger (2024) versus 2.21 in South Africa (2024). Population stands at 27.9M (2025) and 64.7M (2025) respectively. GDP per capita at purchasing-power parity is $1.9K versus $13.6K.
| Indicator | Niger | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility rate | 5.94#5 | 2.21#94 |
| Population | 27.9M | 64.7M |
| GDP / capita (PPP) | $1.9K | $13.6K |
Topic pages: Niger fertility · South Africa fertility · Niger population · South Africa population
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birthrate.io, "Niger vs South Africa". https://www.birthrate.io/compare/niger/south-africa (accessed 7 September 2026). Underlying data: World Bank; UN.
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