Kenya

Description of Kenya

As a pivotal player in East Africa, Kenya stands as a beacon of stability, economic growth, and innovation on the continent. With its diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, and strategic location along the Indian Ocean, Kenya boasts a dynamic blend of urban development and natural beauty. From the bustling streets of Nairobi, its capital city and regional financial hub, to the awe-inspiring wildlife of the Maasai Mara and Amboseli National Parks, Kenya offers a rich tapestry of experiences for locals and visitors alike. This website delves into the intricate web of Kenya's geopolitics, macroeconomics, and societal fabric, exploring how various statistics and trends shape this nation's trajectory in the global arena.

Population And Age Structure

Kenya's total population is 51,985,780, which is above the average population of 40,097,746. Kenya ranks 27th out of 194 countries in terms of total population.

The percentage of population aged 0-14 in Kenya is 38.97%, higher than the average of 27.34%. This places Kenya 40th out of 194 countries in this demographic.

In terms of the total population aged 0-14, Kenya has 20,260,426 individuals, significantly above the average of 10,327,379. Kenya ranks 19th out of 194 countries in this category.

Kenya's population aged 15-64 makes up 58.22% of the total population, below the average of 63.44%. This places Kenya 150th out of 194 countries in this age group.

The total population aged 15-64 in Kenya is 30,268,153, slightly below the average of 26,003,407. Kenya ranks 30th out of 194 countries in this demographic.

For the population aged 65 and above, Kenya has 2.80% of its total population in this category, significantly lower than the average of 9.22%. Kenya ranks 169th out of 194 countries in this age group.

In terms of the total population aged 65 and above, Kenya has 1,457,202 individuals, well below the average of 3,766,959. Kenya ranks 60th out of 194 countries in this demographic.

Summary

Kenya has a relatively high total population compared to the global average, ranking 27th out of 194 countries. The country also stands out for its higher percentage of population aged 0-14 and lower percentage of population aged 65 and above, ranking 40th and 169th respectively. These demographic indicators are crucial as they impact various aspects of the economy, including healthcare, education, workforce dynamics, and pension systems.

Population Miscellaneous

Kenya's rural population stands at 37,432,361, significantly higher than the average rural population of 18,044,041, ranking 14th out of 190 countries in the dataset.

The percentage of rural population in Kenya is 72.005%, well above the average of 41.158%, placing Kenya 25th out of 190 countries.

With an urban population of 14,553,419, Kenya falls below the average urban population of 22,425,747, ranking 50th out of 194 countries.

Kenya's urban population as a percentage of the total population is 27.995%, which is lower than the average of 59.690%, positioning Kenya at 170th out of 194 countries.

The age dependency ratio in Kenya is 71.75%, higher than the average of 59.22%, placing Kenya 45th out of 194 countries.

Kenya's crude birth rate of 27.998 per 1,000 people is higher than the average of 19.384, ranking 44th out of 192 countries.

With a crude death rate of 7.456 per 1,000 people, Kenya is below the average of 8.214, ranking 101st out of 192 countries.

Kenya's total fertility rate of 3.397 births per woman is above the average of 2.603, positioning Kenya 48th out of 190 countries.

Summary

In summary, Kenya has a significantly higher rural population and a lower urban population compared to the global averages. The country also has a higher age dependency ratio, crude birth rate, and total fertility rate, but a lower crude death rate compared to the average figures.

These indicators are crucial as they provide insights into Kenya's demographic structure, population distribution, and potential challenges related to healthcare, education, and economic development. Understanding these figures can help policymakers, investors, and development agencies make informed decisions to address issues such as workforce sustainability, healthcare services, and urban planning in Kenya.

Military

Kenya's military expenditure in current USD is $1,115,321,770.32, which is significantly below the average of $12,904,993,617.17, ranking 69th out of 149 countries. Kenya's military expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 1.11%, below the average of 1.90%, ranking 106th out of 148 countries.

Kenya's arms imports are $71,000,000, much lower than the average of $205,522,123.89, ranking 46th out of 113 countries. The total number of armed forces personnel in Kenya is 24,000, significantly lower than the average of 165,908.54, ranking 97th out of 164 countries.

Furthermore, Kenya's armed forces personnel as a percentage of the total labor force is 0.10%, well below the average of 1.28%, ranking 160th out of 164 countries.

Summary

Kenya's military expenditure, arms imports, and number of armed forces personnel are all below global averages, with rankings in the bottom half or even bottom quartile of countries. This suggests that Kenya allocates fewer resources towards its military capabilities compared to many other nations, potentially impacting its defense capabilities, strategic influence, and ability to respond to security challenges effectively.

Natural Resources

Kenya has a Forest area of 36,110.9 sq. km, ranking 81 out of 191 countries. This is below the attribute average of 211,606.11 sq. km.

With a Land area of 569,140 sq. km, Kenya ranks 45 out of 194 countries, below the attribute average of 665,166.51 sq. km.

Kenya's Surface area is 580,370 sq. km, ranking 47 out of 194 countries, below the attribute average of 689,779.56 sq. km.

The Arable land in Kenya spans 5,800,000 hectares, ranking 41 out of 190 countries, below the attribute average of 7,329,543.16 hectares.

Land under cereal production in Kenya covers 2,649,080 hectares, ranking 49 out of 174 countries, below the attribute average of 4,206,011.63 hectares.

Kenya receives an Average precipitation of 630 mm per year, ranking 123 out of 178 countries, below the attribute average of 1,157.83 mm per year.

Kenya has Renewable internal freshwater resources of 20.7 billion cubic meters, ranking 102 out of 178 countries, below the attribute average of 240.41 billion cubic meters.

Summary

Kenya's land-related indicators, such as forest area, land area, arable land, and land under cereal production, rank below the global averages. Additionally, the country receives below-average precipitation levels and has limited renewable internal freshwater resources compared to other nations.

These findings are crucial as they highlight Kenya's challenges in terms of land availability, agricultural potential, water resources, and environmental sustainability. Addressing these disparities is essential for the country's agricultural productivity, environmental conservation efforts, and overall economic development.

Resource Rents

Kenya's Total natural resources rents (% of GDP) are at 1.27%, which is below the average of 4.63%. This places Kenya at rank 95 out of 175 countries with available data.

In terms of Forest rents (% of GDP), Kenya's value stands at 1.27%, slightly below the average of 1.53%. The country ranks 48 out of 174 countries in this aspect.

For Mineral rents (% of GDP), Kenya's value is at 0.002%, significantly lower than the average of 1.23%. This places Kenya at rank 84 out of 86 countries with available data for this attribute.

Summary

Kenya's natural resources rents as a percentage of GDP are below the global average across different resource categories - total, forest, and mineral rents. This indicates that Kenya may not be fully leveraging its natural resources for economic gain compared to other countries. The country's rankings, especially in mineral rents, highlight a potential area for future exploration and development to boost its economy.

Commodities

Kenya's cereal production is significantly below the average, ranking 58 out of 174 countries.

The country's aquaculture production is also below average, ranking 60 out of 180 countries.

Kenya's capture fisheries production is below average, ranking 71 out of 190 countries.

In terms of total fisheries production, Kenya ranks 71 out of 182 countries, operating below the average.

Kenya's fertilizer consumption per hectare of arable land is notably below the average, ranking 111 out of 187 countries.

Summary

Kenya's agricultural sector faces challenges with below-average production in cereals, aquaculture, and fisheries. Additionally, the country lags in fertilizer consumption per hectare of arable land. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Kenya's agricultural productivity and sustainability. Low production levels can impact food security, trade balance, and overall economic development, highlighting the need for strategic interventions and investments in the agricultural sector to enhance productivity and competitiveness.

Intellectual Property

Kenya's industrial design applications by nonresidents are below average, with a value of 19 compared to an average of 1415.83. The country ranks 96th out of 112 countries in this attribute.

For industrial design applications by residents, Kenya's value of 220 is below the average of 9799.58. The country ranks 57th out of 113 countries in this category.

Kenya's patent applications by nonresidents, with 35 filings, are also below the average of 6538.40. The country ranks 84th out of 129 countries in this regard.

In terms of patent applications by residents, Kenya's 341 applications are below the average of 19037.56. The country ranks 53rd out of 117 countries in this aspect.

Kenya's trademark applications by nonresidents, with 6750 filings, are below the average of 15878.93. The country ranks 58th out of 130 countries for this metric.

For trademark applications by residents, Kenya's 5254 applications are below the average of 111055.78. The country ranks 61st out of 129 countries in this attribute.

In the category of scientific and technical journal articles, Kenya's output of 1753.08 is below the average of 15103.76. The country ranks 71st out of 192 countries in this domain.

Regarding charges for the use of intellectual property (payments), Kenya's value of 76192114.52 is significantly below the average of 3218843494.39. The country ranks 76th out of 143 countries in this area.

For charges for the use of intellectual property (receipts), Kenya's value of 43016838.33 is below the average of 3191687117.58. The country ranks 53rd out of 122 countries for this attribute.

Summary

Kenya's performance in various key macroeconomic indicators related to industrial design applications, patent applications, trademark applications, scientific articles, and charges for intellectual property showcases a consistent trend of being below the global averages. While the country ranks moderately in some categories, such as patent applications by residents, it falls significantly behind in others, like charges for the use of intellectual property. This below-average performance is crucial as it highlights areas where Kenya may need to focus on improving its innovation and intellectual property management capabilities to enhance competitiveness and economic growth.

Broad Economy Attributes

For GDP (current US$), Kenya's value is $100.66 billion, which is significantly below the average of $442.87 billion. Kenya ranks 62 out of 189 countries in this data set.

In terms of GDP, PPP (current international $), Kenya's value of $246.89 billion is also below the average of $734.14 billion. Kenya holds the 61st position out of 181 countries in this metric.

Looking at GDP per capita (current US$), Kenya's value of $1936.25 is notably lower than the average of $15462.11. Kenya ranks 144th out of 190 countries in this regard.

For GDP per capita, PPP (current international $), Kenya's value of $4749.28 is below the average of $21251.89. Kenya's rank is 141st out of 181 countries.

Considering GNI (current US$), Kenya's value is $98.92 billion, which is significantly less than the average of $452.04 billion. Kenya is ranked 61st among 185 countries.

As for GNI, PPP (current international $), Kenya's value of $242.64 billion is below the average of $730.70 billion. Kenya holds the 61st position among 181 countries in this data set.

Lastly, in GNI per capita, PPP (current international $), Kenya's value is $4670, much lower than the average of $20615.75. Kenya ranks 141st out of 181 countries based on this indicator.

Summary

Kenya's key macroeconomic indicators such as GDP, GDP per capita, and GNI fall significantly below the global averages, with the country ranking in the bottom half in most categories. These statistics are crucial as they highlight Kenya's current economic standing compared to other nations and underscore areas where improvement may be needed to boost economic growth and development.

Broad Value Added

- Gross value added at basic prices (GVA) in Kenya is $92.6 billion, which is significantly below the average of $360.1 billion. Kenya ranks 59th out of 176 countries in this attribute.
- Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added (% of GDP) for Kenya is 22.7%, notably above the average of 10.9%. Kenya ranks 25th out of 182 countries in this metric.
- Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added in Kenya stands at $22.9 billion, surpassing the average of $19.2 billion. Kenya is ranked 28th out of 182 countries.
- Services value added (% of GDP) for Kenya is 54.0%, slightly below the average of 56.7%. Kenya holds the 105th rank out of 183 countries.
- Services value added in Kenya amounts to $54.3 billion, considerably lower than the average of $295.8 billion. Kenya ranks 62nd out of 183 countries.
- Industry (including construction) value added in Kenya is $17.5 billion, significantly lower than the average of $118.4 billion. Kenya holds the 74th rank out of 183 countries.

Summary

Kenya's Gross value added at basic prices (GVA) is significantly below the global average, ranking 59th out of 176 countries. However, the country performs well in Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added metrics, surpassing the average values and securing rankings in the top 30 among listed countries. The lower performance in Services and Industry value added categories highlights areas for potential growth and diversification of the economy. These indicators are crucial as they provide insights into Kenya's economic structure, strengths, and areas that require further development to enhance overall competitiveness and sustainability.

Manufacturing Value Added

Kenya's Manufacturing, value added in current US dollars is $7,649,807,732.74, ranking 72 out of 173 countries. This value is significantly below the average of $76,207,179,589.66.

Manufacturing, value added as a percentage of GDP for Kenya is 7.60%, ranking 125 out of 173 countries. This percentage is below the average of 11.90%.

Kenya's Medium and high-tech manufacturing value added as a percentage of total manufacturing value added is 15.49%, ranking 96 out of 149 countries. This figure is below the average of 24.49%.

The proportion of Chemicals in value added in manufacturing for Kenya is 10.13%, ranking 40 out of 89 countries. This is slightly below the average of 11.56%.

In Food, beverages, and tobacco, Kenya utilizes 56.01% of value added in manufacturing, ranking 7 out of 92 countries. This is significantly higher than the average of 24.51%.

Machinery and transport equipment in Kenya constitute 4.24% of value added in manufacturing, ranking 73 out of 93 countries. This percentage is notably below the average of 16.85%.

Textiles and clothing in Kenya contribute 8.30% to value added in manufacturing, ranking 22 out of 93 countries. This is higher than the average of 6.33%.

Other manufacturing sectors in Kenya constitute 21.33% of value added in manufacturing, ranking 89 out of 94 countries. This is below the average of 42.13%.

Summary

Kenya's manufacturing sector lags behind in terms of total value added, with significant disparities in high-tech manufacturing and the proportion of chemicals in value added. However, the country excels in utilizing value added in food, beverages, and tobacco, indicating a strength in this specific subsector. These statistics are crucial as they highlight Kenya's areas of strength and weakness within the manufacturing industry, providing insights for policymakers to focus on enhancing competitiveness and diversification within the sector.

Money

Kenya's consumer price inflation rate is 5.40%, below the average of 8.26%. The country ranks 32nd out of 165 countries in this attribute.

Kenya's GDP deflator inflation rate is 4.95%, below the average of 6.90%. The country ranks 46th out of 188 countries in this attribute.

Kenya's broad money growth rate is 13.27%, below the average of 18.03%. The country ranks 71st out of 139 countries in this attribute.

Kenya's broad money as a percentage of GDP is 41.20%, below the average of 71.75%. The country ranks 104th out of 139 countries in this attribute.

Kenya's broad money to total reserves ratio is 4.99, slightly below the average of 5.17. The country ranks 26th out of 126 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Kenya performs below the global average in key macroeconomic indicators such as consumer price inflation rate, GDP deflator inflation rate, broad money growth rate, broad money as a percentage of GDP, and broad money to total reserves ratio. These indicators are crucial as they reflect the country's economic stability, monetary policy effectiveness, and financial resilience compared to other nations.

Consumption Expenditure

Final consumption expenditure (current US$): Kenya's final consumption expenditure is $89,501,658,888.74, which is below the average of $381,630,252,515.38. Kenya ranks 57 out of 159 countries for this attribute.

Final consumption expenditure (% of GDP): Kenya's final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 88.92%, above the average of 82.37%. Kenya ranks 53 out of 159 countries for this attribute.

General government final consumption expenditure (current US$): Kenya's general government final consumption expenditure is $12,559,705,058.06, below the average of $93,676,578,238.03. Kenya ranks 65 out of 158 countries for this attribute.

General government final consumption expenditure (% of GDP): Kenya's general government final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 12.48%, below the average of 18.71%. Kenya ranks 121 out of 158 countries for this attribute.

Household and NPISHs Final consumption expenditure (current US$): Kenya's household and NPISHs final consumption expenditure is $76,941,953,830.68, below the average of $290,127,571,157.69. Kenya ranks 54 out of 158 countries for this attribute.

Households and NPISHs final consumption expenditure (% of GDP): Kenya's households and NPISHs final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 76.44%, above the average of 63.68%. Kenya ranks 34 out of 158 countries for this attribute.

Summary

In analyzing key macroeconomic indicators for Kenya, it is evident that the country has lower final consumption expenditure in current US dollars compared to the average, indicating a relatively smaller economy. However, Kenya's final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is higher than the average, showcasing a high level of consumption within the economy, especially by households and NPISHs.

These findings are crucial as they provide insights into the economic activity and spending patterns within Kenya. A higher final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP suggests a robust domestic market and potential for economic growth if properly leveraged. On the other hand, the lower general government final consumption expenditure indicates potential challenges in public spending and investment that may need to be addressed for long-term economic sustainability.

Equities

In terms of Listed domestic companies, total, Kenya has a value of 60, which is significantly below the attribute average of 636.625. This places Kenya at rank 51 out of 72 countries included in the data.

Looking at Stocks traded, total value (current US$), Kenya's value of 484,040,000 is far below the attribute average of 1,379,501,950,820.91, placing Kenya at rank 48 out of 71 countries.

For Stocks traded, total value (% of GDP), Kenya's value of 0.48% is notably lower than the attribute average of 31.65%. This places Kenya at rank 54 out of 71 countries.

In relation to Market capitalization of listed domestic companies (current US$), Kenya's value of 21,398,330,000 is significantly lower than the attribute average of 1,196,037,851,618.88, placing Kenya at rank 48 out of 73 countries.

Examining Market capitalization of listed domestic companies (% of GDP), Kenya's value of 21.26% is below the attribute average of 71.24%. This places Kenya at rank 53 out of 73 countries.

Lastly, the S&P Global Equity Indices (annual % change) for Kenya is -21.61%, much lower than the attribute average of 2.06%. Kenya ranks 74 out of 79 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Kenya's performance in key macroeconomic indicators such as listed domestic companies, stock trading values, market capitalization, and equity indices falls below the attribute averages compared to other countries in the dataset. These low rankings signify potential challenges in the development and competitiveness of Kenya's financial markets. It highlights the need for reforms and strategies to enhance the depth and efficiency of the country's capital markets to attract more investments and spur economic growth.

Investment

Foreign direct investment, net (BoP, current US$): In Kenya, the value is -568,783,887.87, which is below the average of -1,615,235,980.51. Kenya ranks 93 out of 169 countries in this attribute.

Foreign direct investment, net inflows (BoP, current US$): Kenya's value of 426,305,189.43 is significantly below the average of 5,749,271,080.15. The country holds the 100th position out of 182 countries.

Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP): With a value of 0.42%, Kenya falls short of the average of 2.61%. The country ranks 140th out of 178 countries in this category.

Foreign direct investment, net outflows (BoP, current US$): Kenya's value of -142,478,698.44 is lower than the average of 5,707,991,116.07. The country holds the 138th position out of 156 countries.

Foreign direct investment, net outflows (% of GDP): Kenya's value of -0.14% is below the average of 1.00%. The country ranks 125th out of 155 countries in this aspect.

Portfolio Investment, net (BoP, current US$): Kenya's value is 1,313,261,222.21, surpassing the average of 679,559,169.57. Kenya holds the 39th position out of 159 countries.

Portfolio equity, net inflows (BoP, current US$): In Kenya, the value is -273,539,616.74, significantly below the average of 9,197,145,994.70. The country ranks 97th out of 125 countries in this category.

Summary

Kenya faces challenges in attracting foreign direct investment, ranking below average in key indicators such as net FDI, FDI inflows, and FDI outflows. However, the country performs relatively well in portfolio investment, surpassing the average in net portfolio investment. These statistics are crucial as they reflect Kenya's attractiveness to foreign investors, its financial stability, and its potential for economic growth through diversified investment sources.

Debt

Total debt service (% of GNI): Kenya's value is 2.86%, which is below the average of 5.98%. This places Kenya at rank 78 out of 120 countries.

Public and publicly guaranteed debt service (% of GNI): Kenya's value is 2.49%, slightly below the average of 2.84%. Kenya is ranked 56 out of 120 countries.

External debt stocks (% of GNI): Kenya's value is 38.45%, significantly below the average of 65.42%. This places Kenya at rank 81 out of 120 countries.

Debt service on external debt, total (TDS, current US$): Kenya's value is 2.83 billion USD, lower than the average of 9.81 billion USD. Kenya is ranked 39 out of 123 countries.

Debt service on external debt, public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) (TDS, current US$): Kenya's value is 2.46 billion USD, below the average of 3.31 billion USD. Kenya is ranked 27 out of 123 countries.

External debt stocks, public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) (DOD, current US$): Kenya's value is 33.53 billion USD, higher than the average of 28.69 billion USD. This places Kenya at rank 24 out of 123 countries.

External debt stocks, private nonguaranteed (PNG) (DOD, current US$): Kenya's value is 0.82 billion USD, significantly below the average of 33.73 billion USD. Kenya is ranked 71 out of 91 countries.

External debt stocks, total (DOD, current US$): Kenya's value is 38.04 billion USD, lower than the average of 73.85 billion USD. Kenya is ranked 36 out of 123 countries.

Summary

Kenya's key macroeconomic indicators show that the country has relatively low levels of debt service percentage compared to its Gross National Income (GNI) and external debt stocks. This demonstrates a prudent debt management strategy, reflected in its rankings among the listed countries. Maintaining low debt service percentages can help ensure financial stability, prevent debt crises, and free up resources for other developmental needs such as infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

Broad Trade Attributes

- Trade (% of GDP): Kenya's trade as a percentage of GDP is 27.24%, which is below the average of 82.34%. Kenya ranks 156th out of 163 countries in this metric.

- Merchandise trade (% of GDP): Kenya's merchandise trade as a percentage of GDP is 21.33%, also below the average of 60.01%. Kenya ranks 180th out of 186 countries in this measure.

- Trade in services (% of GDP): Kenya's trade in services as a percentage of GDP is 6.94%, below the average of 24.63%. Kenya ranks 145th out of 171 countries in this category.

- External balance on goods and services (current US$): Kenya has a balance of - $8,007,857,716 in goods and services, below the average of $3,405,509,011. Kenya ranks 144th out of 163 countries in this statistic.

- External balance on goods and services (% of GDP): Kenya's external balance as a percentage of GDP is -7.96%, below the average of -5.97%. Kenya ranks 107th out of 163 countries based on this indicator.

Summary

Kenya's trade performance, both in total and for merchandise specifically, lags significantly behind the global averages, ranking low among its peers. The country's trade in services is also below average. These indicators paint a picture of Kenya's reliance on international trade and the challenges it faces in achieving a more balanced trade mix and enhancing service exports. The negative external balances in both absolute and relative terms suggest a need to address trade deficits to improve the overall economic health and sustainability of Kenya.

Net Trade

Kenya's current account balance in USD is -4791685554.64, significantly below the average of 1443864831.49. This places Kenya at rank 151 out of 170 countries in this metric.

The current account balance as a percentage of GDP for Kenya is -4.76%, lower than the average of -2.36%. Kenya ranks 117 out of 170 countries in this aspect.

Kenya's net trade in goods and services is -8007857625.33 USD, well below the average of 2604730003.57 USD. This places Kenya at rank 153 out of 171 countries.

For net primary income, Kenya's value of -1735487331.28 USD is lower than the average of -903807529.74 USD. Kenya is ranked 118 out of 170 countries in this measure.

Kenya's net secondary income of 4951659401.97 USD is substantially above the average of -269227340.40 USD. This places Kenya at a strong rank of 25 out of 170 countries in this category.

In terms of net trade in goods, Kenya's deficit of -8338400861.95 USD is far from the average surplus of 1302831005.68 USD. In this metric, Kenya ranks 149 out of 171 countries.

Kenya's net capital account stands at 131732242.63 USD, slightly below the average of 136543824.05 USD. Kenya is placed at rank 62 out of 159 countries in this respect.

Kenya's net financial account is -4123592132.90 USD, significantly lower than the average of -469840994.63 USD. Kenya ranks 145 out of 170 countries in this statistic.

Summary

Kenya's macroeconomic indicators show a mixed performance: with a strong rank in net secondary income but weaker rankings in current account balance, net trade in goods, and net financial account. The country's deficits in current account balance and net trade in goods indicate a need to address trade imbalances and enhance competitiveness. On the other hand, Kenya's positive rank in net secondary income highlights a potential source of strength that can contribute positively to the economy.

Broad Export Attributes

Kenya's Exports of goods, services and primary income amount to $9.76 billion, ranking 91 out of 170 countries. This value is significantly below the attribute average of $146.24 billion.

The country's Exports of goods and services stands at $9.71 billion, placing Kenya at rank 88 out of 170 countries. This value is notably below the attribute average of $122.94 billion.

Kenya's Exports of goods and services (current US$) amount to $9.70 billion, ranking 86 out of 163 countries. This value is significantly below the attribute average of $129.60 billion.

With Exports of goods and services (% of GDP) at 9.64%, Kenya ranks 154 out of 163 countries. This percentage is substantially below the attribute average of 38.19%.

The country's Goods exports amount to $6.05 billion, positioning Kenya at rank 94 out of 171 countries. This value is notably below the attribute average of $93.31 billion.

Kenya's ICT goods exports (% of total goods exports) at 0.31% rank the country 84 out of 142 countries. This percentage is significantly below the attribute average of 3.81%.

Summary

In summary, Kenya's exports across various indicators are consistently below the global attribute averages and rank comparatively low among other countries. This indicates a potential opportunity for Kenya to focus on expanding its export capabilities and diversifying its export base to increase its economic growth and competitiveness on the global stage.

Merchandise Exports

Kenya's merchandise exports amount to $6,034,000,000, which is significantly below the average of $89,542,711,229.95. Kenya ranks 103 out of 187 countries in terms of merchandise exports.

The percentage of Agricultural raw materials exports in Kenya is 11.82%, much higher than the average of 2.97%. Kenya holds the 6th rank out of 151 countries in this category.

Kenya's food exports constitute 48.22% of merchandise exports, surpassing the average of 24.06%. Kenya holds the 27th rank out of 152 countries in food exports.

Fuel exports account for 6.75% of Kenya's merchandise exports, below the average of 13.70%. Kenya ranks 56th out of 147 countries in fuel exports.

Kenya's ores and metals exports make up 5.13% of merchandise exports, lower than the average of 9.10%. Kenya is ranked 57th out of 152 countries in this category.

The residual merchandise exports by Kenya, at 0.58%, are below the average of 3.20%. Kenya ranks 70th out of 166 countries in this aspect.

Summary

Kenya displays a unique export profile compared to global averages and ranks. The country heavily depends on agricultural raw materials for exports, surpassing the average significantly. Additionally, food exports and ores/metal exports are also key components of Kenya's merchandise exports, exceeding the global average in both categories. These statistics are crucial as they indicate Kenya's strong reliance on primary products for international trade, highlighting the importance of diversifying its export base to mitigate risks associated with fluctuations in commodity prices and demand.

Technology Exports

Kenya's Manufactures exports account for 27.92% of its merchandise exports, which is below the average of 42.62%. Kenya is ranked 89 out of 152 countries in this attribute data.

Kenya's High-technology exports amount to $85,950,665, significantly below the average of $16,655,934,078.80. Kenya ranks 80 out of 151 countries in this data set.

Kenya's High-technology exports represent 5.11% of its manufactured exports, below the average of 10.15%. The country is ranked 86 out of 150 countries in this category.

Kenya's Medium and high-tech exports account for 21.17% of its manufactured exports, which is below the average of 34.29%. Kenya's rank is 92 out of 149 countries in this dataset.

Summary

Kenya's key macroeconomic indicators in the manufacturing sector reflect a lower-than-average performance across various categories such as manufactures exports, high-technology exports, and medium and high-tech exports. These statistics indicate that Kenya faces challenges in diversifying its exports and increasing its technological capabilities compared to other countries. Addressing these shortcomings is crucial for Kenya to enhance its competitiveness in the global market, attract foreign investment, and achieve sustainable economic growth.

Service Exports

Kenya's Service exports amount to $3,657,649,306, which is significantly below the average of $28,917,292,504. Kenya ranks 76 out of 171 countries in this category.

Kenya's ICT service exports stand at $567,129,881, much lower than the average of $4,578,501,154. The country ranks 63 out of 166 nations.

ICT service exports as a percentage of total service exports in Kenya are 15.51%, surpassing the average of 11.75%. Kenya ranks 41 out of 166 countries.

Communications, computer, etc. services as a percentage of total service exports in Kenya is 40.43%, lower than the average of 45.85%. Kenya ranks 101 out of 169 countries.

Transport services represent 29.48% of Kenya's service exports, higher than the average of 21.80%. Kenya holds the 47th position out of 169 countries.

Travel services account for 14.80% of Kenya's service exports, falling below the average of 26.40%. Kenya is ranked 99 out of 167 countries.

Insurance and financial services make up 15.28% of Kenya's service exports, above the average of 6.46%. Kenya ranks 15 out of 161 countries in this aspect.

Summary

Kenya's service exports are below global averages in total service exports and ICT service exports. However, the country performs better in ICT service exports as a percentage of total service exports, communications services, transport services, and insurance/financial services. These statistics are crucial as they reveal Kenya's strengths and weaknesses in various service sectors, highlighting areas where the country can focus on to improve its competitiveness and economic growth.

Commercial Service Exports

- Commercial service exports (current US$): Kenya's value of 2,871,261,084.65 is significantly below the average of 28,508,218,402.80, ranking 78 out of 171 countries.
- Travel services (% of commercial service exports): Kenya's value of 18.85% is below the average of 27.89%, ranking 90 out of 167 countries.
- Computer, communications and other services (% of commercial service exports): Kenya's value of 24.12% is below the average of 42.44%, ranking 122 out of 169 countries.
- Insurance and financial services (% of commercial service exports): Kenya's value of 19.47% is above the average of 6.97%, ranking 15 out of 161 countries.
- Transport services (% of commercial service exports): Kenya's value of 37.56% is above the average of 23.37%, ranking 35 out of 169 countries.

Summary

Kenya's commercial service exports value is significantly below the average, particularly in travel services, computer, communications, and other services. However, Kenya excels in insurance and financial services as well as transport services, ranking above average in these sectors. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Kenya's strengths and weaknesses in various service sectors, highlighting areas for potential growth and improvement in the country's economy.

Broad Import Attributes

Kenya's Imports of goods and services (current US$) amount to $17.71 billion, which is significantly below the average of $126.19 billion, ranking 79th out of 163 countries.

The Imports of goods and services (% of GDP) for Kenya stands at 17.60%, lower than the average of 44.15%, positioning the country at 151st out of 163 countries.

Kenya's ICT goods imports (% total goods imports) are at 4.75%, below the average of 6.85%, placing the country at 81st out of 143 countries.

For Goods imports (BoP, current US$), Kenya's value is $14.39 billion, which is notably lower than the average of $92.01 billion, ranking 76th out of 171 countries.

Kenya's Imports of goods and services (BoP, current US$) amount to $17.72 billion, significantly below the average of $120.32 billion, positioning the country at 79th out of 170 countries.

Imports of goods, services and primary income (BoP, current US$) for Kenya total $19.51 billion, well below the average of $144.51 billion, ranking 81st out of 170 countries.

Summary

Kenya's import figures across various categories consistently show that the country's import levels are significantly below global averages, ranking relatively lower in comparison. This can indicate a lower level of economic activity and trade integration with other nations. It suggests potential challenges in terms of access to a variety of goods and services, competitiveness in the global market, and diversification of the economy to reduce dependence on imports.

Merchandise Imports

Kenya's merchandise imports amount to $15,435,000,000, ranking 79th out of 190 countries. This is significantly below the average of $89,385,605,263.16.

Manufactures imports account for 65.70% of Kenya's merchandise imports, ranking 91st out of 152 countries. This is slightly below the average of 66.76%.

Kenya's agricultural raw materials imports represent 1.86% of its merchandise imports, ranking 27th out of 152 countries. This is higher than the average of 1.27%.

Food imports make up 16.84% of Kenya's merchandise imports, placing it 55th out of 152 countries. This is slightly above the average of 15.89%.

Kenya's fuel imports constitute 14.13% of its merchandise imports, ranking 43rd out of 152 countries. This is notably higher than the average of 11.38%.

Ores and metals imports make up 1.39% of Kenya's merchandise imports, placing it 86th out of 152 countries. This is below the average of 2.57%.

Lastly, merchandise imports by the reporting economy residual account for 1.04% of Kenya's total merchandise imports, ranking 60th out of 180 countries. This is below the average of 2.51%.

Summary

Kenya's economy heavily relies on manufactures, food, and fuel imports, making up a significant portion of its merchandise imports. This indicates a reliance on imported goods for consumption and production. The country's higher-than-average imports of agricultural raw materials and fuel may suggest a need to diversify its sources or focus on domestic production to improve self-sustainability and economic stability.

Service Imports

Kenya's service imports amount to approximately $3.33 billion. This is below the average service imports of $27.62 billion, ranking Kenya 79th out of 171 countries in the dataset.

For Communications, computer, etc. (% of service imports, BoP), Kenya stands at 52.67%, which is above the average of 44.40%. This places Kenya at the 64th position out of 169 countries.

In terms of Transport services (% of service imports, BoP), Kenya's 33.61% is slightly above the average of 32.90%. Kenya ranks 73rd out of 169 countries.

When it comes to Travel services (% of service imports, BoP), Kenya's 3.21% is below the average of 14.14%, positioning Kenya at the 149th rank out of 169 countries.

Kenya's Insurance and financial services (% of service imports, BoP) account for 10.51%, higher than the average of 8.53%. This gives Kenya a rank of 46 out of 169 countries.

Summary

Kenya's service imports amount and the composition of these imports deviate from the global averages, with a notable emphasis on Communications, computer, etc. and Insurance and financial services. This indicates a strategic focus on technology-related services and financial activities, possibly reflecting Kenya's prioritization of expanding its tech sector and financial services industry to drive economic growth and competitiveness.

Commercial Service Imports

Kenya's commercial service imports amount to $3.18 billion, ranking 80th out of 171 countries. This is significantly below the average commercial service imports of $27.10 billion.

Computer, communications, and other services account for 50.49% of Kenya's commercial service imports, ranking 68th out of 169 countries. This is above the average of 41.71%.

Kenya's insurance and financial services as a percentage of commercial service imports stand at 11.00%, ranking 46th out of 169 countries. This is higher than the average of 8.85%.

Transport services represent 35.16% of Kenya's commercial service imports, placing Kenya 74th out of 169 countries. This is slightly above the average of 34.71%.

Kenya's travel services make up 3.36% of commercial service imports, ranking 148th out of 169 countries. This is significantly below the average of 14.73%.

Summary

Kenya's commercial service imports are below the global average, with a significant focus on computer, communications, and other services. They also have a higher proportion of insurance and financial services compared to the average. However, there is a notable lag in the contribution of travel services to commercial import activities. These statistics are crucial as they reflect Kenya's economic priorities, strengths, and potential areas for growth and diversification in the global market.

Infrastructure

For Air transport, freight (million ton-km), Kenya's value of 113.06282 is well below the average of 1384.36544 million ton-km. Kenya ranks 48 out of 126 countries in this attribute.

Regarding Air transport, registered carrier departures worldwide, Kenya has 33178 departures, significantly lower than the average of 134365.605 worldwide departures. Kenya ranks 52 out of 149 countries in this attribute.

In terms of Air transport, passengers carried, Kenya transported 1865768 passengers, much lower than the average of 11848242.700 passengers. Kenya ranks 55 out of 149 countries in this attribute.

For Container port traffic (TEU: 20 foot equivalent units), Kenya handled 1359579 TEUs, which falls below the average of 6907110.268 TEUs. Kenya ranks 57 out of 110 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Kenya performs below average in key macroeconomic indicators related to air transport and container port traffic. The country ranks lower than the global average in metrics such as freight ton-km, carrier departures, passengers carried, and container port traffic. These statistics are crucial as they highlight Kenya's comparatively limited capacity and efficiency in these vital transportation sectors, which are essential for trade, economic growth, and connectivity with the global market.

Information Technology Infrastructure

Kenya has 12,876 secure internet servers, ranking 68th out of 193 countries. This is significantly below the global average of 458,294 servers.

With 247.68 secure internet servers per 1 million people, Kenya ranks 116th out of 193 countries. This is also below the global average of 14,067.17 servers per 1 million people.

25.53% of the Kenyan population uses the internet, placing Kenya at 160th out of 180 countries. This usage percentage is notably lower than the average of 64.77%.

Kenya has 674,191 fixed broadband subscriptions, ranking 80th out of 185 countries. This figure falls below the average of 6,591,956.35 subscriptions.

With 61,408,904 mobile cellular subscriptions, Kenya ranks 26th out of 193 countries, surpassing the average of 42,526,463.87 subscriptions.

Summary

Kenya demonstrates relatively low numbers in terms of secure internet servers, internet users as a percentage of the population, and fixed broadband subscriptions compared to global averages. However, the country excels in mobile cellular subscriptions, surpassing the global average. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Kenya's connectivity infrastructure and digital access levels, highlighting areas for improvement to enhance internet penetration, foster technological advancement, and boost economic growth in line with global standards.

Energy Consumption

In Kenya, renewable energy consumption accounts for 72.5% of total final energy consumption, surpassing the global average of 32.18%. This places Kenya at the 27th rank out of 191 countries in the dataset.

Conversely, Kenya's CO2 emissions stand at 19,446.8 kt, significantly lower than the average of 171,895.94 kt. This positions Kenya at 84th place out of 188 countries analyzed.

Summary

Kenya demonstrates a notable emphasis on renewable energy consumption, surpassing the global average by a significant margin and ranking 27th out of 191 countries. This commitment to renewable energy aligns with sustainable development goals and signifies Kenya's proactive approach towards reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, Kenya's comparatively lower CO2 emissions further showcase its environmental consciousness, positioning the country at 84th place out of 188 countries. These statistics indicate Kenya's potential for environmental leadership and its contribution to combating climate change on a global scale.

Government Balance Sheet

Kenya's net acquisition of financial assets as a percentage of GDP is 3.89%, which is higher than the average of 2.45%. This places Kenya at rank 21 out of 87 countries in the dataset.

The country's net incurrence of liabilities, total as a percentage of GDP is 11.31%, also above the average of 7.43%. Kenya ranks 19 out of 92 countries in this attribute.

Kenya's total reserves as a percentage of total external debt stand at 21.81%, significantly below the average of 66.13%. This places Kenya at rank 75 out of 102 countries included in the data.

In terms of reserves and related items, Kenya has a deficit of -1,425,418,017.59 USD. This is substantially lower than the average of 1,924,407,186.58 USD, ranking Kenya 142 out of 171 countries in this metric.

Kenya's total reserves minus gold amount to 8,296,128,898.91 USD, well below the average of 74,221,588,171.61 USD. Kenya ranks 73 out of 161 countries in this category.

For total reserves including gold, Kenya holds 8,297,263,558.91 USD, also notably lower than the average of 85,708,019,773.47 USD. Kenya ranks 76 out of 161 countries in this attribute.

Lastly, Kenya's total reserves in months of imports is 5.10, falling below the average of 7.10 months. This places Kenya at rank 88 out of 151 countries included in this analysis.

Summary

Kenya performs above average in net acquisition of financial assets and net incurrence of liabilities as a percentage of GDP, ranking 21 and 19 out of the included countries, respectively. However, the country falls short in terms of total reserves metrics, with figures below average across various categories, such as reserves as a percentage of total external debt, total reserves minus gold, and total reserves including gold. These statistics are crucial as they depict Kenya's financial stability, ability to meet external obligations, and resilience in times of economic turbulence.

Government Revenue

Kenya's revenue, excluding grants (% of GDP) is 17.66, which is below the average of 27.02. The country ranks 95th out of 122 countries in this category.

Grants and other revenue (% of revenue) in Kenya stand at 17.43, lower than the average of 23.54. Kenya ranks 53rd out of 108 countries in this aspect.

Kenya's social contributions (% of revenue) are at 2.43, significantly lower than the average of 22.29. The country ranks 69th out of 81 countries in this metric.

Taxes on goods and services (% of revenue) for Kenya are at 35.24, higher than the average of 31.82. Kenya ranks 49th out of 122 countries in this aspect.

Kenya's taxes on international trade (% of revenue) stand at 7.91, slightly above the average of 6.24. The country ranks 30th out of 101 countries in this category.

In terms of taxes on income, profits, and capital gains (% of revenue), Kenya's value is 36.98, well above the average of 24.66. The country ranks 18th out of 119 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Kenya's fiscal performance shows a mixed picture compared to global averages and rankings. The country performs below average in revenue generation excluding grants and in social contributions, but excels in taxes on goods and services and taxes on income, profits, and capital gains. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Kenya's ability to finance its operations, invest in social development, and attract foreign investment through competitive tax policies.

Taxes

Kenya's tax revenue as a percentage of GDP is 14.30%, which is below the average of 16.72%. This places Kenya at rank 73 out of 123 countries in the dataset.

Customs and other import duties in Kenya account for 6.40% of tax revenue, below the average of 9.01%. Kenya is ranked 44 out of 99 countries in this aspect.

Kenya relies on taxes on income, profits, and capital gains for 46.15% of total taxes, surpassing the average of 38.40%. This places Kenya at rank 34 out of 120 countries.

The weighted mean applied tariff rate for all products in Kenya is 9.32%, higher than the average of 5.21%. Kenya ranks 28 out of 153 countries in this category.

Summary

Kenya's tax revenue as a percentage of GDP is below the global average, indicating potential room for improvement in revenue collection. The reliance on income, profits, and capital gains for total taxes is higher than average, suggesting a need to diversify revenue sources to reduce vulnerability. The higher than average weighted mean applied tariff rate may indicate protectionist policies or a need to review trade strategies for better integration into the global economy.

These findings are important as they highlight areas where Kenya may need to focus its policy efforts in order to enhance fiscal sustainability, attract foreign investment, and promote economic growth. Diversifying the tax base, improving revenue collection efficiency, and reassessing trade policies can all contribute to strengthening Kenya's economic resilience and competitiveness on the global stage.

Government Expenses

Expense (% of GDP): Kenya's expense as a percentage of GDP is 19.99%, which is below the average of 31.69%. Kenya ranks 98th out of 123 countries in this attribute data.

Compensation of employees (% of expense): Kenya allocates 34.36% of its expense to employee compensation, which is above the average of 24.70%. Kenya ranks 28th out of 123 countries in this attribute data.

Goods and services expense (% of expense): Kenya's expenditure on goods and services accounts for 19.60% of its total expense, which is above the average of 14.77%. Kenya ranks 29th out of 122 countries in this attribute data.

Interest payments (% of expense): Kenya's interest payments represent 20.47% of its expense, significantly higher than the average of 6.85%. Kenya ranks 6th out of 121 countries in this attribute data.

Other expense (% of expense): Kenya's other expenses make up 0.81% of its total expense, below the average of 8.29%. Kenya ranks 113th out of 120 countries in this attribute data.

Subsidies and other transfers (% of expense): Kenya dedicates 24.76% of its expenses to subsidies and transfers, which is below the average of 43.29%. Kenya ranks 99th out of 121 countries in this attribute data.

Summary

Kenya's expense as a percentage of GDP is below the average, indicating a relatively conservative fiscal approach. The country allocates a higher percentage of its expense to employee compensation and goods/services compared to the average. However, Kenya's interest payments as a percentage of expense are significantly higher than average, reflecting a potentially high debt burden. Understanding these patterns is crucial for assessing Kenya's fiscal health, economic priorities, and debt sustainability.

Top Stats

Ranks in Top Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Population ages 0-14, total	19/194
Rural population	14/190
Food, beverages and tobacco (% of value added in manufacturing)	7/92
Agricultural raw materials exports (% of merchandise exports)	6/151
Insurance and financial services (% of service exports, BoP)	15/161
Insurance and financial services (% of commercial service exports)	15/161
Interest payments (% of expense)	6/121

Ranks in Bottom Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Armed forces personnel (% of total labor force)	160/164
Mineral rents (% of GDP)	84/86
Other manufacturing (% of value added in manufacturing)	89/94
S&P Global Equity Indices (annual % change)	74/79
Trade (% of GDP)	156/163
Merchandise trade (% of GDP)	180/186
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)	154/163
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)	151/163
Other expense (% of expense)	113/120