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Congo, Republic of Female Labor Participation

Female labor force participation rate  SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS

65.58% −0.03pp (0.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #21 Global Peak 67.09% (2010) Source World Bank

Congo, Republic of Female Labor Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

Congo, Republic of's female labor participation stood at 65.58% in 2025, a decline of +0.03pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 66.21% by 2026. Congo, Republic of ranked 21st globally.

Data & projection

Year Female Labor Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 66.81% - -
2027* trend 66.51% - -
2026* trend 66.21% - -
2025 65.58% −0.03pp #21
2024 65.60% −0.04pp #21
2023 65.64% −0.08pp #22
2022 65.72% +1.70pp #23
2021 64.02% +0.74pp #29
2020 63.28% −3.24pp #27
2019 66.51% +0.04pp #21
2018 66.47% +0.01pp #20
2017 66.46% −0.01pp #22
2016 66.47% −0.05pp #22
2015 66.53% −0.09pp #22
2014 66.62% −0.12pp #23
2013 66.74% −0.15pp #23
2012 66.89% −0.12pp #23
2011 67.01% −0.08pp #25
Show all years (1990-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +26.9% GDP growth 2.2% C/A balance 13.2%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Congo, Republic of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw female labor participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Congo, Republic of's female labor participation?

Congo, Republic of's female labor participation was 65.58% in 2025. Ranked 21st globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest female labor participation in Congo, Republic of?

Congo, Republic of's female labor participation peaked at 67.09% in 2010.

What was the lowest female labor participation in Congo, Republic of?

The lowest female labor participation in Congo, Republic of was 63.28% in 2020.

How does Congo, Republic of rank in female labor participation?

Congo, Republic of ranks 21st globally in female labor participation as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for female labor participation?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected female labor participation of Congo, Republic of in 2026?

Congo, Republic of's female labor participation is projected to reach 66.21% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the female labor participation of Congo, Republic of in 2025?

The female labor participation of Congo, Republic of in 2025 was 65.58%. This ranks 21st in the world.

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