The 2011 birth rate in South Africa is estimated to be 19.5 births/1,000 people, whereas the 2011 death rate is expected to be 17.0 deaths/1,000 people. Compared to the world, these are ranked 92nd and 3rd respectively. (http://1.usa.gov/e7rDnu, http://1.usa.gov/fPgkQZ)

This week’s theme: South Africa vs. The World