South Sudan Agriculture Employment
Employment in agriculture SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS
South Sudan's agriculture employment was 63.76% in 2023, ranked 172nd globally. This represents a 0.5% decrease from 2022. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2023.
Overview
South Sudan's agriculture employment stood at 63.76% in 2023, a decline of +0.31% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 65.03% by 2025. South Sudan ranked 172nd globally.
South Sudan's agriculture employment rate has been a significant sector in the country's economy, with the majority of the workforce engaged in farming and related activities. As of 2023, the country ranks 172nd globally in terms of agriculture employment, with a rate of 63.76%. This is a relatively stable figure, considering the fluctuations in the past. In fact, the all-time peak of 66.68% in 1991 was not far off from the current rate, and it was only surpassed by peer countries such as Guinea-Bissau and Mali. Conversely, the all-time trough of 62.06% in 2018 was a decline from the peak, but still comparable to the current rate. Compared to other African countries, South Sudan's agriculture employment rate is relatively low, with the Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania having lower and higher rates, respectively. The trend in agriculture employment in South Sudan may be influenced by the country's ongoing efforts to diversify its economy and develop other sectors, which could potentially reduce the reliance on agriculture and alter the trajectory of this indicator.
Data & projection
| Year | Agriculture Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 65.41% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 65.03% | - | - |
| 2023 | 63.76% | −0.31% | #172 |
| 2022 | 64.07% | −0.01% | #174 |
| 2021 | 64.08% | +0.75% | #174 |
| 2020 | 63.33% | +1.12% | #174 |
| 2019 | 62.21% | +0.16% | #175 |
| 2018 | 62.06% | −0.05% | #173 |
| 2017 | 62.11% | −0.35% | #173 |
| 2016 | 62.46% | +0.03% | #173 |
| 2015 | 62.43% | −0.46% | #174 |
| 2014 | 62.89% | −0.51% | #173 |
| 2013 | 63.41% | −0.35% | #174 |
| 2012 | 63.76% | +0.01% | #175 |
| 2011 | 63.75% | +0.19% | #173 |
| 2010 | 63.56% | +0.01% | #171 |
| 2009 | 63.55% | −0.04% | #168 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
South Sudan matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2024. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw agriculture employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Sudan's agriculture employment was 63.76% in 2023. Ranked 172nd globally. This represents a 0.5% decrease from the previous year.
South Sudan's agriculture employment peaked at 66.68% in 1991.
The lowest agriculture employment in South Sudan was 62.06% in 2018.
South Sudan ranks 172nd globally in agriculture employment as of 2023.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Sudan's agriculture employment is projected to reach 65.03% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The agriculture employment of South Sudan in 2023 was 63.76%. This ranks 172nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_agriculture-employment,
title = {South Sudan Agriculture Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/agriculture-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}