Economic Growth in South Sudan
South Sudan recorded an average real GDP growth rate of -4.3% in the decade to 2021. In 2021, real GDP growth was 5.3%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
South Sudan GDP Chart
Note: This chart displays Economic Growth (GDP, annual variation in %) for South Sudan from 2012 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
South Sudan GDP Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | 0.9 | -6.5 | 5.3 | -5.2 | 2.5 |
| GDP (USD bn) | 4.0 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 7.9 | 7.0 |
| GDP (SSP bn) | 639 | 900 | 1,838 | 4,305 | 6,688 |
| Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | 45 | 41 | 104 | 134 | 55 |
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