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Emerging Strength: East African Service Sector Boosting Economic Growth

Joel Mugonyi by Joel Mugonyi
August 4, 2023
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The service sector in East African countries is proving to be a robust contributor to the region’s economic growth, potentially surpassing traditional industries such as agriculture. In 2022, the sector accounted for 2.0 percentage points of the region’s GDP growth, which stood at 4.4 per cent, but slightly lower than the 4.7 per cent growth recorded in 2021. Nonetheless, the East African region’s natural beauty and rich cultural attractions continue to attract tourists worldwide, fueling demand for services such as accommodation, food, and entertainment. Additionally, the ongoing urbanization trend has led to an increased need for transportation, communication, and retail services.

Read more: East Africa Predicted to Lead Continent’s Economic Growth in 2023-2024, Despite Risks

A significant factor in the sector’s expansion is the rise of the middle class in the region, which has spurred higher demand for services like banking, insurance, and healthcare. The East Africa Economic Outlook, as reported by the African Development Bank (AfDB), highlights the region’s economic recovery and growth, outperforming the continental average. Despite facing challenges such as the global economic slowdown, rising consumer prices, adverse weather conditions, and mounting public debt, East Africa managed to achieve 4.4 per cent GDP growth, surpassing Central Africa’s 5.0 per cent growth.

Looking ahead, East Africa is expected to sustain its economic momentum, outpacing other regions of the continent. Forecasts suggest that economic growth in the region will accelerate to 5.1 per cent in 2023 and 5.8 per cent in 2024. Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya, Djibouti, and Tanzania are projected to be the key drivers of this growth. However, a potential threat to the region’s stability and growth lies in the ongoing conflict between Sudan’s military and its main paramilitary force.

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Overall, the service sector presents promising opportunities for East Africa, offering greater potential for expansion and innovation compared to traditional income sources like agriculture and mining. As the region continues to develop, leveraging its natural and cultural assets alongside a growing middle class, the service sector is set to play a pivotal role in the region’s economic prosperity.

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