Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Africa’s economic future is rising—fast.
This video ranks the Top 50 African countries by GDP from 1960 to 2100, showcasing how the continent’s economies have evolved over the past 60 years—and where they’re headed.

From post-independence rebuilding to modern-day growth and future potential, this timeline highlights the shifts in economic power across North, West, East, Central, and Southern Africa.

This video covers:

GDP (nominal) of 50 African nations from 1960 to 2100

The rise of Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, Ethiopia, and Kenya

Oil-rich nations vs diversified economies

Projections for emerging markets through the 21st century

See how Africa’s youth population, urbanization, and innovation could reshape the global economy by 2100.

Data Sources:
IMF, World Bank, African Development Bank, UN Population Division

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