Why it's wrong
It suggests Africa's growing youth population will inevitably lead to instability, unemployment or migration crises.
What's actually true
Over 60% of Africans are under 25. Economists widely describe this as a potential demographic dividend. By 2050, one in four workers globally will be African. Household consumption on the continent is projected to reach about $2.5 trillion by 2030, driven largely by urban, digitally connected young consumers.
Don't say · Say instead
Don't say
“Africa is facing a demographic time bomb.”
Say instead
“Africa has an emerging global workforce. / Africa is experiencing a youth demographic dividend.”
Shorthand: Youth demographic dividend