Life expectancy is an important metric that provides insight into a population’s overall health and well-being.
It acts as a compass, navigating us through the complexities of existence by measuring the average number of years a newborn in a specific region can expect to live under prevailing conditions.
Notably, increases in life expectancy, even when limited to certain countries, represent a significant marker of progress. For instance, in Africa, life expectancy has risen by an average of 10 years per person over the past two decades, according to the United Nations. This remarkable increase highlights the region’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of its population.
In its 2022 World Population Prospects report, the intergovernmental organisation indicated that a child born in Algeria can expect to live for over 77 years. Cabo Verde, Tunisia, and Mauritius follow closely, with life expectancies of 76 years.
Below is the list of the top 10 African countries with the highest life expectancy.
