Angola Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Angola's youth unemployment was 27.23% in 2025, ranked 158th globally. This represents a 1.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Angola's youth unemployment stood at 27.23% in 2025, a rise of +0.49pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 25.74% by 2026. Angola ranked 158th globally.
Angola’s youth unemployment rate has fallen markedly over the past three decades, declining from a 1991 level of 39.84% to 27.23% in 2025, which places the country at 158th position globally. The indicator peaked at 41.10% in 1993, reflecting the turmoil of the post‑civil‑war period, before a gradual descent that reached an all‑time trough of 26.74% in 2024. Compared with peers of similar ranking, Albania records a slightly lower rate of 25.57% while Bosnia and Herzegovina stands at 28.20%, underscoring that Angola remains marginally above the regional average for nations with comparable unemployment profiles. The 35‑year coverage shows a persistent downward trajectory, driven by modest job‑creation initiatives and demographic shifts, yet the pace of improvement remains modest. Continued investment in vocational training and diversification of the economy could accelerate the decline, potentially moving Angola closer to the lower end of the peer spectrum in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 24.48% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 25.11% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 25.74% | - | - |
| 2025 | 27.23% | +0.49pp | #158 |
| 2024 | 26.74% | −0.09pp | #158 |
| 2023 | 26.83% | −0.31pp | #158 |
| 2022 | 27.14% | −3.03pp | #155 |
| 2021 | 30.17% | −2.91pp | #155 |
| 2020 | 33.08% | +1.24pp | #156 |
| 2019 | 31.83% | −1.02pp | #162 |
| 2018 | 32.86% | −0.87pp | #164 |
| 2017 | 33.73% | −0.76pp | #163 |
| 2016 | 34.48% | −0.64pp | #160 |
| 2015 | 35.12% | −0.62pp | #164 |
| 2014 | 35.74% | −0.99pp | #163 |
| 2013 | 36.73% | −0.97pp | #165 |
| 2012 | 37.70% | −1.31pp | #170 |
| 2011 | 39.01% | +0.30pp | #171 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Angola matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Angola's youth unemployment was 27.23% in 2025. Ranked 158th globally. This represents a 1.8% increase from the previous year.
Angola's youth unemployment peaked at 41.10% in 1993.
The lowest youth unemployment in Angola was 26.74% in 2024.
Angola ranks 158th globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Angola's youth unemployment is projected to reach 25.74% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Angola in 2025 was 27.23%. This ranks 158th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_angola_youth-unemployment,
title = {Angola Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/angola/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}