Based on the data for Zanzibar's GDP composition by sector in 2023, agriculture and related activities remain the largest contributor at 28.41%. Services follow at 22.25%, with wholesale, retail trade, restaurants, and hotels at 18.6%. Mining, manufacturing, and utilities account for 10.88%, while transport, storage, and communication represent 10.21%. The construction sector contributes 9.65%. Over the last two years, the agriculture sector has shown minimal change, whereas services and trade sectors have seen slight growth. Over a five-year period, moderate compound annual growth is observed across sectors.
Future trends to watch include the potential for growth in tourism and service-related industries driven by increased infrastructure investments and a focus on sustainable development. The agriculture sector may face modernization influences, impacting its relative size in GDP even as absolute outputs increase.
Top countries in GDP Composition by Sector
| # | 6 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing | 28.41 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Services | 22.25 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Wholesale, retail trade, restaurants and hotels | 18.6 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Mining, Manufacturing, Utilities | 10.88 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Transport, storage and communication | 10.21 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Construction | 9.65 | 2016 |
