As of 2022, children between 10 and 14 years (over 5.7 million people) represented the largest share of the total South African population. In this age group, there were almost 66,000 more boys than girls. Moreover, in all the age groups between zero and 39 years, the number of men was higher than that of women. However, among South Africans aged 40 or older, the count of women in the population was greater than that of men.
Population of South Africa in 2022, by age group and gender
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Statistics South Africa. (July 28, 2022). Population of South Africa in 2022, by age group and gender [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved January 06, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1330839/population-of-south-africa-by-age-group-and-gender/
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