Cabo Verde Labor Force Participation
Labor force participation rate SL.TLF.CACT.ZS
Cabo Verde's labor force participation was 57.03% in 2025, ranked 128th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Cabo Verde's labor force participation stood at 57.03% in 2025, a decline of +0.01pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 58.17% by 2026. Cabo Verde ranked 128th globally.
Cabo Verde's labor force participation rate has experienced a decline over the past few decades. At 57.02% in 2025, it ranks #128 globally according to the World Bank. This is a significant drop from its peak of 60.89% in 1990, and even lower than its trough of 53.41% in 2020. In comparison, neighboring Lesotho's labor force participation rate is slightly higher at 57.12%. The country's labor market has been affected by various factors, including economic downturns and changes in the demographic structure. The decline in labor force participation may indicate a shift towards a more informal or underemployed workforce. If the economy experiences a surge in job creation, particularly in sectors with high demand for labor, Cabo Verde's labor force participation rate could potentially recover and converge with that of its peer countries.
Data & projection
| Year | Labor Force Participation | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 59.27% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 58.72% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 58.17% | - | - |
| 2025 | 57.03% | −0.01pp | #128 |
| 2024 | 57.03% | −0.09pp | #127 |
| 2023 | 57.12% | −0.08pp | #129 |
| 2022 | 57.20% | +3.01pp | #129 |
| 2021 | 54.19% | +0.78pp | #137 |
| 2020 | 53.41% | −4.03pp | #137 |
| 2019 | 57.43% | +1.87pp | #129 |
| 2018 | 55.56% | −3.62pp | #136 |
| 2017 | 59.18% | +0.01pp | #110 |
| 2016 | 59.17% | +0.01pp | #113 |
| 2015 | 59.16% | +0.01pp | #114 |
| 2014 | 59.15% | +0.01pp | #113 |
| 2013 | 59.15% | +0.01pp | #115 |
| 2012 | 59.14% | +0.01pp | #114 |
| 2011 | 59.13% | +0.01pp | #115 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cabo Verde matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 1991. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw labor force participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabo Verde's labor force participation was 57.03% in 2025. Ranked 128th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.
Cabo Verde's labor force participation peaked at 60.89% in 1990.
The lowest labor force participation in Cabo Verde was 53.41% in 2020.
Cabo Verde ranks 128th globally in labor force participation as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cabo Verde's labor force participation is projected to reach 58.17% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The labor force participation of Cabo Verde in 2025 was 57.03%. This ranks 128th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cabo-verde_labor-force-participation,
title = {Cabo Verde Labor Force Participation},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cabo-verde/labor-force-participation/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}