Mozambique Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Mozambique's youth unemployment was 11.61% in 2025, ranked 83rd globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Mozambique's youth unemployment stood at 11.61% in 2025, a rise of +0.11pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 12.23% by 2026. Mozambique ranked 83rd globally.
Mozambique's youth unemployment rate has experienced a significant increase over the past three decades, with the latest available data from the World Bank indicating a rate of 11.61% in 2025, ranking the country 83rd globally. The all-time peak of 11.62% in 2022 and the all-time trough of 5.63% in 1998 highlight the country's struggles in providing employment opportunities to its youth. Compared to peer countries such as Uzbekistan, which had a youth unemployment rate of 11.38% in 2025, Mozambique's rate remains relatively high. The country's youth unemployment rate has been steadily increasing since the early 2000s, with a notable surge in the past few years. This trend is concerning, as high youth unemployment can have long-term consequences for the country's economic growth and social stability. A significant improvement in the education and vocational training systems, as well as increased investment in the private sector, could potentially alter the trajectory of Mozambique's youth unemployment rate and drive it downwards in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 12.92% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 12.58% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 12.23% | - | - |
| 2025 | 11.61% | +0.11pp | #83 |
| 2024 | 11.50% | +0.03pp | #81 |
| 2023 | 11.47% | −0.15pp | #83 |
| 2022 | 11.62% | +1.78pp | #86 |
| 2021 | 9.84% | +0.13pp | #58 |
| 2020 | 9.71% | +1.20pp | #48 |
| 2019 | 8.51% | +0.34pp | #56 |
| 2018 | 8.17% | +0.38pp | #51 |
| 2017 | 7.80% | +0.40pp | #44 |
| 2016 | 7.40% | +0.30pp | #42 |
| 2015 | 7.10% | +0.07pp | #37 |
| 2014 | 7.03% | +0.04pp | #39 |
| 2013 | 6.99% | +0.06pp | #38 |
| 2012 | 6.93% | +0.01pp | #35 |
| 2011 | 6.92% | +0.05pp | #34 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mozambique matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2017. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mozambique's youth unemployment was 11.61% in 2025. Ranked 83rd globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from the previous year.
Mozambique's youth unemployment peaked at 11.62% in 2022.
The lowest youth unemployment in Mozambique was 5.63% in 1998.
Mozambique ranks 83rd globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mozambique's youth unemployment is projected to reach 12.23% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Mozambique in 2025 was 11.61%. This ranks 83rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mozambique_youth-unemployment,
title = {Mozambique Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mozambique/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}