Analysis of the prevalence of overweight adults in Angola reveals a steadily increasing trend from 2013 to 2023, where it stood at 30.8% of the adult population. From 2013 to 2017, the year-on-year variation fluctuated between 1.45% and 2.82%, but a gradual decrease was noted afterwards, with the CAGR declining from 2.72% to 1.64% by 2023. Over the past five years, the CAGR averaged 1.64%, and future forecasts predict a growth rate of 5.45% over the next five years, with a CAGR of 1.07% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of urbanization and economic development on lifestyle and dietary habits, which could affect the rate of increase in overweight prevalence. Additionally, monitoring public health initiatives and programs aimed at promoting healthier living will be crucial in understanding and addressing this public health issue.
