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How many humans will be alive in 2050?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
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Current UN projections estimate approximately 9.7 billion people will inhabit Earth by 2050, up from about 8 billion in 2024. This projection assumes declining fertility rates in most regions but continued population growth in Africa and parts of Asia. However, predictions vary: some models suggest 8.9 billion to 10.4 billion depending on fertility rates, migration patterns, mortality rates, and unforeseen events (pandemics, climate impacts, technological changes).

General · Class 12