The African population is diverse. It is estimated to be roughly 1.3 billion individuals, but I think this figure is too low. With a population of over 54 nations, many of which are densely populated, Africa is the second most populous continent in the world. It is challenging to determine the accurate population of Africa because each of these nations has its unique demographics and dynamics.
In estimating the African population, there are few reliable statistics. Since many African nations have limited access to data collection and processing methods, the information they do have is frequently stale or lacking crucial information. Secondly, it is challenging to precisely track population migrations, births, and deaths in many African countries due to the lack of accurate demographic records. This implies that it is challenging to determine accurate population figures for Africa.
In my country, the population of various states is politicized. Each state or region always overestimates its population so that it could be used to manipulate electoral results during elections. It is also estimated because it would be used as a strong bargaining tool during revenue allocation. The census results are always manipulated to favor the tribe of either the sitting president's region or that of the governor.
Some Africans don't have access to hospitals which has led to many unregistered births and deaths. But many governmental and non-governmental organizations are focused on carrying out reliable analysis, estimation, and prediction of the population of Africa.
All these factors have led to inaccurate or lack of data to correctly estimate Africa's population. I am sure Africa's population would keep increasing due to its cultural and religious beliefs.