The World Bank Group has provided a comprehensive analysis of global health status by gathering data on life expectancy in different countries. This data has been reviewed up to 2024 and includes forecasts about life expectancy in various countries.
Countries with the Highest Life Expectancy
According to this ranking, Monaco ranks first with an average life expectancy of 86.5 years, followed by San Marino with 85.8 years. Other countries such as Kuwait (84.6 years), Switzerland (84.4 years), and Liechtenstein (84.2 years) also rank among those with the highest life expectancy.
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The World Bank Group has stated that countries with the highest life expectancy typically have high income levels and stronger health systems. For example, France, despite being the birthplace of Jeanne Calment, the oldest person in history, ranks 19th in the world with an average life expectancy of 82.7 years.
Countries with the Lowest Life Expectancy
Conversely, Nigeria has the lowest rank with a life expectancy of 54.6 years. Chad, with 55.2 years, and the Central African Republic and South Sudan with 57.7 years are also among the countries with the lowest life expectancy. These countries typically face challenges such as infectious diseases, malnutrition, and internal conflicts that directly impact life expectancy.
The World Bank Group emphasizes that high infant and child mortality rates significantly affect life expectancy in these countries. For instance, in African countries like Nigeria and Chad, the rates of infant and child mortality are significantly high due to lack of access to adequate healthcare services.
The aforementioned report is based on reliable statistics from sources such as the United Nations and national statistical offices, with forecasts provided as averages for the year 2024.
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