Cabo Verde, an island nation off the coast of West Africa, has experienced unique demographic shifts over the past century. With a population of just 185,000 in 1950, the country more than doubled its size by 2024, reaching 525,000 people. However, unlike many African nations with continuous population surges, Cabo Verde’s growth is expected to peak mid-century and then gradually decline, reaching around 417,000 by 2100.
Cabo Verde’s Historical Population Growth (1950–2024)
Cabo Verde’s population grew steadily in the second half of the 20th century:
- 1950: 185,000
- 1960: 210,000
- 1970: 288,000
- 1980: 323,000
- 1990: 375,000
This steady rise was driven by high fertility rates and improved public health systems, reducing infant and child mortality.
Moderate Expansion (1990–2024)
From the 1990s onwards, growth continued but began to stabilize:
- 2000: 453,000
- 2010: 510,000
- 2020: 515,000
- 2024: 525,000
Unlike many African countries where populations nearly doubled in the past 30 years, Cabo Verde’s growth slowed due to lower fertility rates, increased emigration, and improved access to family planning.
Cabo Verde’s Future Population Projections (2025–2100)
Cabo Verde’s population will reach a modest peak before declining:
- 2030: 539,000
- 2050: 566,000 (projected peak)
- 2075: 519,000
- 2100: 417,000
The country will shift from a growth phase to gradual decline after mid-century, reflecting aging populations and lower birth rates.
FAQ
The population in 2024 is about 525,000 people.
It is still growing slightly but is projected to peak in 2050 at 566,000 before slowly declining.
By 2050, Cabo Verde’s population is expected to reach about 566,000, the highest in its history.
Declining fertility rates, aging populations, and migration contribute to the projected decline.
By 2100, the population is expected to fall to about 417,000 people.
Source:
United Nations. World Population Prospects 2024.
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