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São Tomé and Principe Youth Unemployment

Youth unemployment (ages 15-24)  SL.UEM.1524.ZS

8.79% +0.23pp (+2.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #56 Global Peak 24.25% (2002) Source World Bank

São Tomé and Principe Youth Unemployment (1991–2025)

Overview

São Tomé and Principe's youth unemployment stood at 8.79% in 2025, a rise of +0.23pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 8.54% by 2026. São Tomé and Principe ranked 56th globally.

Data & projection

Year Youth Unemployment YoY change Rank
2028* trend 8.44% - -
2027* trend 8.49% - -
2026* trend 8.54% - -
2025 8.79% +0.23pp #56
2024 8.56% +0.02pp #53
2023 8.54% +0.05pp #58
2022 8.49% −0.60pp #55
2021 9.09% −0.33pp #46
2020 9.42% +1.01pp #45
2019 8.40% +0.09pp #53
2018 8.31% −0.08pp #53
2017 8.39% −2.22pp #50
2016 10.61% −2.19pp #68
2015 12.80% −2.06pp #86
2014 14.85% −2.25pp #93
2013 17.10% −2.30pp #102
2012 19.40% −0.88pp #114
2011 20.27% −0.57pp #119
Show all years (1991-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 14.4% GDP growth 1.1% Unemployment 9.1%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

São Tomé and Principe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is São Tomé and Principe's youth unemployment?

São Tomé and Principe's youth unemployment was 8.79% in 2025. Ranked 56th globally. This represents a 2.7% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest youth unemployment in São Tomé and Principe?

São Tomé and Principe's youth unemployment peaked at 24.25% in 2002.

What was the lowest youth unemployment in São Tomé and Principe?

The lowest youth unemployment in São Tomé and Principe was 8.31% in 2018.

How does São Tomé and Principe rank in youth unemployment?

São Tomé and Principe ranks 56th globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for youth unemployment?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected youth unemployment of São Tomé and Principe in 2026?

São Tomé and Principe's youth unemployment is projected to reach 8.54% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the youth unemployment of São Tomé and Principe in 2025?

The youth unemployment of São Tomé and Principe in 2025 was 8.79%. This ranks 56th in the world.

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