A side-by-side look at South Africa and Uganda. Fertility is 2.21 births per woman in South Africa (2024) versus 4.17 in Uganda (2024). Population stands at 64.7M (2025) and 51.4M (2025) respectively. GDP per capita at purchasing-power parity is $13.6K versus $3K.
| Indicator | South Africa | Uganda |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility rate | 2.21#94 | 4.17#19 |
| Population | 64.7M | 51.4M |
| GDP / capita (PPP) | $13.6K | $3K |
Topic pages: South Africa fertility · Uganda fertility · South Africa population · Uganda population
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birthrate.io, "South Africa vs Uganda". https://www.birthrate.io/compare/south-africa/uganda (accessed 7 September 2026). Underlying data: World Bank; UN.
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