​According to data from Worldometer, the global population significantly increased in 2024, reaching approximately 8.16 billion by the end of the year. This represents an increase of about 70.24 million people from the previous year, reflecting a growth rate of 0.87%.​

Urbanisation is reshaping the world, with more than 4.3 billion people—55% of the global population—now residing in cities. By 2050, this figure is expected to reach 68%, reflecting both demographic and economic shifts.

The growth of the global Muslim population has been a significant demographic trend over the past few decades.