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“Disparities in African Life Expectancy: 10 Nations with the Lowest Longevity”

By Daniel Edu

In Africa, a continent known for its diversity and vibrancy, significant disparities exist in terms of life expectancy among its nations. While some African countries boast higher life expectancies, others grapple with substantial challenges that affect the overall health and longevity of their populations. Here are the 10 African nations with the lowest life expectancies, as per data from the United Nations:

1. Chad – Life expectancy: 53.68 years
2. Nigeria – Life expectancy: 53.87 years
3. Lesotho – Life expectancy: 54.91 years
4. Central African Republic – Life expectancy: 55.48 years
5. South Sudan – Life expectancy: 56.51 years
6. Somalia – Life expectancy: 57.35 years
7. Eswatini – Life expectancy: 57.71 years
8. Namibia – Life expectancy: 59.53 years
9. Guinea – Life expectancy: 59.55 years
10. Mali – Life expectancy: 60.03 years

These nations confront a multitude of challenges, from high prevalence of infectious diseases to limited access to quality healthcare and socio-economic disparities. These factors collectively contribute to shorter lifespans among their citizens.

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