Countries where people live the longest

Five Killer Charts

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CHART 1 • Life expectancy reveals the global health divide

Where you're born largely determines how long you'll live. Monaco tops the world with 87 years, whilst Nigeria sits at the bottom with just 55 years. This staggering 32-year gap reflects vast differences in healthcare, wealth, and living conditions.

There are systemic inequalities. African countries face the double burden of high infant mortality and inadequate care for the elderly, lacking the medical infrastructure that wealthy nations take for granted.

However, be careful about the conclusion you draw. Low life expectancy in a country often reflects high infant deaths rather than adults dying young. Someone who survives childhood in a "low life expectancy" country may well reach their 70s.

Snap stat – Monaco leads global life expectancy at 87 years, whilst Nigeria trails at 55 years

Quick take – Geography is destiny when it comes to lifespan, with wealth driving the biggest gaps

Why it matters – A 32-year lifespan gap between rich and poor countries shows health inequality is getting worse, not better

Steal-this-caption – "Where you're born determines how long you live" #GlobalHealth

Source: Visual Capitalist

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