Key Market Indicators
**Sierra Leonean Fish Production to Climb to 144 Metric Tons by 2028** Sierra Leone's fish production is projected to increase to 144 metric tons by 2028, up from 124 metric tons in 2023. This growth represents an average annual rate of 2.4%. Since 1984, the country's fish supply has seen a consistent rise, averaging a 4.4% increase each year. **Fish Consumption in Sierra Leone Expected to Decline Slightly** In contrast, Sierra Leone's fish consumption is set to decrease. By 2028, consumption is expected to fall to approximately 113,000 metric tons, down from around 117,000 metric tons in 2023. This marks an average annual decline of 0.4%. Since 2019, the country's fish demand has been decreasing, with an average yearly drop of 0.5%. As of 2023, Sierra Leone ranked 38th in global fish consumption. Saudi Arabia led the chart with 117,000 metric tons, while Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand occupied the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively.
