Globally 2.1 Billion People Are Overweight Or Obese, Or Just Over 30% Of The World’s Population – However, The Situation Is Much Worse In South Africa, According To New Statistics Published By Discovery Vitality. “The Big Picture Is Worse In South Africa. Nearly 70% Of South African Women And 31% Of South African Men Are Overweight Or Obese,” Said Dr Craig Nossel, Head Of Wellness At Vitality. He added: "Worryingly, 13% Of South African Children Are Overweight, Which Is Twice The Global Average."