Data Duel
Gabon
72
indicators won
South Africa
Economy
$20.9B
GDP
$400.3B
$8,219
GDP per Capita
$6,253
3.4%
GDP Growth
0.6%
20.1%
Unemployment
33.2%
1.2%
Inflation
4.4%
Extreme Poverty
Demographics
2.5M
Population
64.0M
68.3
Life Expectancy
66.1
3.6
Fertility Rate
2.2
Technology
71.9%
Internet Users
75.7%
Environment
5.2
CO₂ Emissions
440.2
234,950
Forest Area
169,409
Defense
1.5%
Military (% GDP)
0.7%
$319.1M
Military Spending
$2.8B

GDP Historical Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wins the Data Duel between Gabon and South Africa?
Gabon wins the Data Duel 7-2 across the 12 indicators compared. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, CO₂ emissions, and 8 more indicators sourced from the World Bank.
How do Gabon and South Africa compare on GDP?
Gabon has a GDP of $20.9 billion, while South Africa has $400.3 billion. South Africa leads on this indicator.
How do Gabon and South Africa compare on GDP per Capita?
Gabon has a GDP per Capita of $8,218.763, while South Africa has $6,253.372. Gabon leads on this indicator.
How do Gabon and South Africa compare on Population?
Gabon has a Population of 2.5 million, while South Africa has 64.0 million. they are comparable on this indicator.
How do Gabon and South Africa compare on Life Expectancy?
Gabon has a Life Expectancy of 68.3, while South Africa has 66.1. Gabon leads on this indicator.
How do Gabon and South Africa compare on GDP Growth?
Gabon has a GDP Growth of 3.4%, while South Africa has 0.6%. Gabon leads on this indicator.