Kenya

Continent

Africa

Capital

Nairobi

Population

58,246,378

Sub-Zones

General Information

Basic details about Kenya

Population:: 58,246,378
Area:: 580,367 sq km
Currency:: Kenyan shillings
Languages:: English, Kiswahili, numerous indigenous languages

Economic Overview

Key economic indicators for Kenya

GDP:: $314.491 billion
GDP per Capita:: $5,700
GDP Growth:: 5.56%
Inflation:: 7.67%
Unemployment:: 5.68%
Public Debt:: 54.2% of GDP
Credit Rating:: B+ (2010)

Political System

Governance structure of Kenya

Government Type:: presidential republic
Head of State:: President William RUTO (since 13 September 2022)
Head of Government:: President William RUTO (since 13 September 2022)
Judiciary:: Supreme Court (consists of chief and deputy chief justices and 5 judges)
Administrative Divisions:: 47 counties; Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo/Marakwet, Embu, Garissa, Homa Bay, Isiolo, Kajiado, Kakamega, Kericho, Kiambu, Kilifi, Kirinyaga, Kisii, Kisumu, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Lamu, Machakos, Makueni, Mandera, Marsabit, Meru, Migori, Mombasa, Murang'a, Nairobi City, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Samburu, Siaya, Taita/Taveta, Tana River, Tharaka-Nithi, Trans Nzoia, Turkana, Uasin Gishu, Vihiga, Wajir, West Pokot

Major Political Parties

Not specified

International Relations

Global position and alliances

UN Member:: Yes
EU Member:: No
Diplomatic Presence:: 2249 R St NW, Washington, DC 20008

Major Alliances and Organizations

Economic Sectors & Trade

Detailed economic breakdown

Major Economic Sectors

Agriculture

21.8% (2023 est.)

Industry

16.9% (2023 est.)

Services

55.4% (2023 est.)note: figures may not total 100% due to non-allocated consumption not captured in sector-reported data

Trade Volume

Exports:: $12.626 billion
Imports:: $22.046 billion

Major Trading Partners

Uganda 10

USA 10

UAE 8

Netherlands 8

Pakistan 6

Economic Outlook

Kenya has a 5.56% GDP growth rate with 7.67% inflation. The economy is characterized by a strong agriculture sector.