The GDP composition of Kenya in 2023 highlights the prominence of agriculture, which accounts for 34.53% of the economy, followed by the service sector at 29.18%. The industrial segment, including mining, manufacturing, and utilities, comprises 13.15%. Transport, storage, and communication stand at 9.36%, while wholesale, retail trade, restaurants, and hotels represent 8.46%. Construction contributes 5.32% to the GDP composition. Over the last two years, agriculture and services have shown slight growth, while industrial sectors experience moderate variation. The past five years feature stable growth in services with agriculture and other sectors contributing to overall GDP stability.
Future trends to watch in Kenya's GDP composition include:
- Potential growth in the service sector as digital infrastructure expands.
- Increasing investment in manufacturing and utilities to enhance industrial output.
- Expansion in transport and communication infrastructure boosting these sectors.
- Agricultural sector efficiency improvements and diversification.
Top countries in GDP Composition by Sector
| # | 6 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing | 34.53 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Services | 29.18 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 Mining, Manufacturing, Utilities | 13.15 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 Transport, storage and communication | 9.36 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Wholesale, retail trade, restaurants and hotels | 8.46 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Construction | 5.32 | 2016 |
