Does South Africa’s ageing population bring new challenges?

Smile FM
23 Jan 2024

Currently, 29% of South Africa’s population is under the age of 15. But this is about to change, as an increase in the elderly population is expected starting in 2030, bringing with it new challenges. This includes more seniors requiring resources for their health and welfare, which can increase budget strains. In this Smile FM interview, SAIIA’s Consultant Senior Researcher Lauren Johnston unpacks the ageing population and why the country should take advantage of capitalising the BRICS development cooperation agenda.

SAIIA’s leading experts are available for interviews in person or virtually. We can also arrange for press to conduct interviews on-site at our headquarters in Johannesburg or at our Cape Town office.

The views expressed are those of the interviewees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA).