Eastern Africa was the region with the highest share of people living in rural areas in Africa. In 2023, almost 70 percent of the population in the region resided in rural areas. On the other hand, some 34 percent of the individuals in Southern Africa lived in rural areas, the lowest on the continent.
Share of rural population in Africa as of 2023, by region
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