The task
The chart below shows the percentage of the total population living in urban areas in three regions of the world from 1980 to 2020, with projections for 2030. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
| Year | North America (%) | East Asia (%) | Sub-Saharan Africa (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 74 | 20 | 23 |
| 1990 | 75 | 27 | 28 |
| 2000 | 79 | 36 | 32 |
| 2010 | 82 | 50 | 37 |
| 2020 | 83 | 62 | 43 |
| 2030 | 85 | 70 | 48 |