Economic Growth in Sierra Leone
The economy of Sierra Leone recorded an average growth rate of 4.1% in the decade to 2021. In 2021, the real GDP growth was 4.1%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
Sierra Leone GDP Chart
Note: This chart displays Economic Growth (GDP, annual variation in %) for Sierra Leone from 2014 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Sierra Leone GDP Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | 5.5 | -1.3 | 5.9 | 5.3 | 5.7 |
| GDP (USD bn) | 6.5 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.1 | 6.4 |
| GDP (LCU bn) | 58,779 | 65,748 | 74,801 | 100,007 | 136,604 |
| Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | 16.0 | 11.9 | 13.8 | 33.7 | 36.6 |
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