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CountriesSouth AfricaPopulation

Population in South Africa

South Africa profile

Population

58M

people

World rank

#24

of 248

Percentile

91%

higher is better

Data quality

Measured

Year: 2024

Total resident population.

Source: GeoNames · source data.

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What is the population in South Africa?

South Africa has a population of 58M people (2024). Total resident population.

How does South Africa rank for population?

South Africa ranks #24 of 248 countries for population (higher is better).