South Africans are urged to participate in the 2022 census, conducted by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) from 3 to 28 February. This will be the fourth since 1994, with the last having been in 2011.
The last census found that the population had increased from 40,6 million in 1996 to 51,8 million.
In 2016 the figure was revised to 55,7 million based on population data such as births and migration since 2011.
The latest figure, which includes data from the United Nations (UN) and the World Bank, puts the population at just under 60 million.
Census is a chance to collect, compile and publish updated demographic, economic and social data. Data produced includes variables on demographic information, agricultural activities, mortality, fertility, food security, health, education, income and household goods and services. Methods to collect data are: face to face, online and telephonic. People must register and select a method. Those with no access to technology can meet Stats SA at churches or shops.
