Rwanda Agriculture Employment
Employment in agriculture SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS
Rwanda's agriculture employment was 35.05% in 2025, ranked 138th globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's agriculture employment stood at 35.05% in 2025, a decline of +1.45% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 28.66% by 2026. Rwanda ranked 138th globally.
Rwanda's agriculture employment rate has undergone a significant decline since its peak in 1997, when it reached 80.90, a period marked by post-conflict recovery. The rate has continued to drop, with the latest available data from the World Bank showing a value of 35.05 in 2025, placing Rwanda at 138 globally. This trend is comparable to that of Ghana, which ranks 34 globally with a rate of 34.57, though Rwanda's rate is slightly lower. In contrast, Fiji's rate of 35.64 in 2025 is higher than Rwanda's, while Azerbaijan's rate of 34.23 is lower. The decline in Rwanda's agriculture employment rate over the past three decades, from 79.43 in 1991 to its current value, reflects a shift towards industrialization and urbanization. This trend is likely to continue as Rwanda's economy becomes increasingly service-oriented. However, sustained investment in rural development and agricultural modernization could potentially alter the trajectory of this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Agriculture Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 16.44% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 22.55% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 28.66% | - | - |
| 2025 | 35.05% | −1.45% | #138 |
| 2024 | 36.50% | −15.37% | #139 |
| 2023 | 51.87% | −3.40% | #162 |
| 2022 | 55.27% | −0.94% | #168 |
| 2021 | 56.21% | +6.06% | #168 |
| 2020 | 50.14% | +2.87% | #163 |
| 2019 | 47.27% | −2.83% | #160 |
| 2018 | 50.10% | −2.98% | #162 |
| 2017 | 53.08% | −0.85% | #165 |
| 2016 | 53.93% | −0.79% | #165 |
| 2015 | 54.72% | −1.30% | #164 |
| 2014 | 56.02% | −0.73% | #166 |
| 2013 | 56.75% | −0.60% | #167 |
| 2012 | 57.35% | −2.35% | #167 |
| 2011 | 59.70% | −2.28% | #167 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw agriculture employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's agriculture employment was 35.05% in 2025. Ranked 138th globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from the previous year.
Rwanda's agriculture employment peaked at 80.90% in 1997.
The lowest agriculture employment in Rwanda was 35.05% in 2025.
Rwanda ranks 138th globally in agriculture employment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's agriculture employment is projected to reach 28.66% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The agriculture employment of Rwanda in 2025 was 35.05%. This ranks 138th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_agriculture-employment,
title = {Rwanda Agriculture Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/agriculture-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}