South Sudan Services Employment
Employment in services SL.SRV.EMPL.ZS
South Sudan's services employment was 34.57% in 2023, ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 0.9% increase from 2022. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2023.
Overview
South Sudan's services employment stood at 34.57% in 2023, a rise of +0.31% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 33.31% by 2025. South Sudan ranked 23rd globally.
South Sudan's services employment has fluctuated over the past 33 years, with the latest value standing at 34.57 in 2023. This places the country at 23rd globally, closely trailing peers such as Lesotho at 35.49 and surpassing Zambia at 34.11. The all-time peak of 36.26 was reached in 2018, while the trough of 31.61 occurred in 1991, the earliest year on record. Compared to its peers, South Sudan's services employment has remained relatively stable, with Equatorial Guinea at 34.45 being another close example. The country's services sector has shown resilience, but its growth trajectory may be influenced by future economic developments and investments in key sectors. As the country continues to navigate its economic landscape, a sustained increase in services employment would likely require targeted policy interventions and strategic investments to boost sectoral growth and alter the current trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Services Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 32.94% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 33.31% | - | - |
| 2023 | 34.57% | +0.31% | #23 |
| 2022 | 34.26% | +0.04% | #22 |
| 2021 | 34.21% | −0.78% | #24 |
| 2020 | 34.99% | −1.10% | #24 |
| 2019 | 36.09% | −0.17% | #27 |
| 2018 | 36.26% | +0.10% | #28 |
| 2017 | 36.16% | +0.40% | #27 |
| 2016 | 35.76% | +0.11% | #29 |
| 2015 | 35.65% | +0.61% | #30 |
| 2014 | 35.04% | +0.51% | #30 |
| 2013 | 34.52% | +0.24% | #31 |
| 2012 | 34.29% | +0.11% | #32 |
| 2011 | 34.18% | −0.11% | #33 |
| 2010 | 34.30% | −0.06% | #34 |
| 2009 | 34.36% | +0.12% | #34 |
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 services employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Sudan's services employment was 34.57% in 2023. Ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 0.9% increase from the previous year.
South Sudan's services employment peaked at 36.26% in 2018.
The lowest services employment in South Sudan was 31.61% in 1991.
South Sudan ranks 23rd globally in services employment as of 2023.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.SRV.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Sudan's services employment is projected to reach 33.31% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The services employment of South Sudan in 2023 was 34.57%. This ranks 23rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-sudan_services-employment,
title = {South Sudan Services Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-sudan/services-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}