Population Growth Trends in Egypt from 1990 to 2023

Egypt's population growth rate remained consistently high in the 1990s, averaging above 2.2%, reflecting its high fertility rates and youthful population. Stability in growth continued into the 2000s, with slight declines to 2.0% by 2006, driven by gradual improvements in healthcare and education. However, political unrest during the Arab Spring in 2011 temporarily pushed growth back to 2.2%.

From 2016 onward, Egypt's growth rate began a steady decline, dropping to 1.5% by 2023, driven by nationwide efforts to implement family planning programs and raise public awareness about overpopulation challenges. This gradual deceleration signifies Egypt's shift towards managing demographic pressures while focusing on economic development.