Increasing Secularism Hurting Us Birth Rate

EDITORIAL: Women put themselves first as SA birth rate declines

South Africa’s falling birth rate is not an accident, it’s a choice as women’s aspirations are reshaping the future.  South Africa’s declining birth rate is more than just a statistic; it is a powerful indicator of a societal shift, driven by women demanding more for themselves. According to the latest Mid-Year Population Estimates (MYPE) 2025 report by Stats SA, the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) in 2025 has fallen to an average of 2,21 children pe…