Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Burkina Faso and South Africa?

Accepted Answer

South Africa wins the Data Duel 11-8 across 26 indicators compared. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, R&D, patents, CO₂ emissions, and more — sourced from the World Bank.

Question 2

How do Burkina Faso and South Africa compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Burkina Faso has a GDP of $27.6 billion, while South Africa has $427.2 billion. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Burkina Faso and South Africa compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Burkina Faso has a GDP per Capita of $1,147.571, while South Africa has $6,597.715. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Burkina Faso and South Africa compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Burkina Faso has a Population of 23.5 million, while South Africa has 64.0 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Burkina Faso and South Africa compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Burkina Faso has a Life Expectancy of 61.1, while South Africa has 66.1. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Burkina Faso and South Africa compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Burkina Faso has a GDP Growth of 5.3%, while South Africa has 1.1%. Burkina Faso leads on this indicator.

Economy — 4–3

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 0–3

Environment — 2–1

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 0–1

Trade — 2–0