Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between South Africa and Bhutan?

Accepted Answer

Bhutan wins the Data Duel 11-10 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 South Africa and Bhutan compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a GDP of $427.2 billion, while Bhutan has $3.6 billion. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do South Africa and Bhutan compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a GDP per Capita of $6,597.715, while Bhutan has $4,492.784. South Africa leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do South Africa and Bhutan compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a Population of 64.0 million, while Bhutan has 791,524. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do South Africa and Bhutan compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a Life Expectancy of 66.1, while Bhutan has 73.0. Bhutan leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do South Africa and Bhutan compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

South Africa has a GDP Growth of 1.1%, while Bhutan has 8.0%. Bhutan leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–4

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 4–1

Environment — 1–2

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 1–0

Trade — 0–2