The population of the Earth reached its critical level. At present, 7.5 billion people live on our comparatively small planet, and a new life appears every second. However, such a huge population is distributed unevenly on the planet. In some countries, the birth rate is much higher than in the rest. This is influenced, in the first place, by factors such as genetics and the environment. Take, for example, all countries of the African continent: in these states a higher birth rate, therefore, every year there are more and more babies. At the same time, people who inhabit Europe or North America, for example, are not carriers of genes responsible for the emergence of a large number of descendants, and as a result, these territories are not so densely populated. Today we will talk about a dozen countries that have the highest birth rate in the world. Needless to say, all of them (with the exception of one) are located in Africa. These data were obtained from the latest population census. Statistically, the birth rate is classified for thousands of people. According to these data, the following countries are in the top ten with the largest number of children who are born every year.
10. Afghanistan
The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is located in the southeast of Asia. This densely populated state is estimated to have reached a fertility rate of 38 people per 1000 population. At present, 32 million people live in Afghanistan, but it is expected that their number will increase every year. The population is growing at a rate of 2.32% per year.
9. Angola
Angola is the South African state, the seventh largest in Africa. According to the latest data, the population of Angola is 24.3 million people. It is one of the largest states in Africa with a significant birth rate, which is approximately 39 newborns per 1000 population. Given the limited resources, such a growing birth rate may become a threat to the country's economy.
8. Somalia
This African state is located in the Horn of Africa, and its population is more than 10.8 million people. The country was in eighth place due to the birth rate, which is 40 infants per 1000 population. Although in this part of the region the fertility rate is quite high, Somalia has a higher birth rate than in most countries. Every year, the natural increase in the population increases by 3%. Somalia is the sixth largest country with the highest birth rate in the world.
7. Malawi
This country on the African continent, like many others, boasts a high birth rate. According to the latest data, there are 17,377,468 people in the country. The birth rate in recent years is almost 42 infants per thousand people. Malawi is often called the "warm heart of Africa" because of its hospitable population. The population of the country is completely dependent on agriculture, however, apparently, it is not developed enough to meet the growing demands of the population, which is constantly increasing.
6. Burundi
It is the second largest and one of the most densely populated states in Africa. Burundi is not only rich in fertile soils and developing agriculture, but also has higher fertility rates than most other countries. According to the latest data, more than 42 infants per thousand of population are born here, which allowed the total population to reach 10.3 million. Due to a lack of resources, the population in Burundi suffers from many diseases, especially AIDS, so the average population growth is relatively lower, despite the higher birth rate.
5. Burkina Faso
As you can see, this is another African country that turned out to be in the top ten with the highest birth rate. It is located in the western part of Africa and occupies a considerable territory. The country is surrounded by the six most important states of Africa and has a total population of 18.3 million. The birth rate here is slightly lower, compared with Burundi: 41 children per 1000 population. However, here natural resources are sufficient to meet the needs of a growing population.
4. Zambia
Zambia is not as densely populated as most countries in Africa, but has high fertility rates, compared to the area it covers. Zambia is on the 70th place in the list of the most densely populated states in the world. Its population is 15.2 million. Statistics show that the annual growth rate is about 3.3%, and the birth rate - 42 people per 1000 population. Despite the high birth rate, the country can cope with the needs of the population, since it has a large area and, as a result, more resources.
3. Uganda
Like many other countries in Africa, Uganda is a densely populated and fertile country. Given the very high growth rates, it is not surprising that this is the third largest country with the highest birth rate, not only in Africa, but throughout the world. The total population of Uganda is 39 234 256 people, and the birth rate is about 44 children per thousand people. The standard of living is low enough, since the government is not able to meet the needs of the entire population.
2. Mali
This country is located on the edge of the Sahara desert in western Africa. The Republic of Mali is one of the densely populated regions of Africa. Thanks to the birth rate, which is 45 infants per thousand people, the population of Mali according to current estimates reached 15 786 227 people. Most of it lives in rural areas. Thus, most people are not able to achieve high standards of life.
1. Niger
This country is located on the banks of the Niger River and is named in her honor. It is in the west of Africa and covers vast territories. The birth rate here is very high and reaches 46 people per 1000 population. The high birth rate and its coefficient are the main obstacles to achieving the country's great economic success, since it makes it difficult to generate income according to the needs.