In 2024, there were around 529.4 million people employed in Africa. The amount increased compared to the previous year, following a generally growing trend observed in the period under review. In comparison, the number of people employed in 2014 was around 404 million. Estimates might not fully consider informal employment, which is widespread on the African continent.
Number of people employed in Africa from 2014 to 2024
(in millions)
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ILO. (December 13, 2023). Number of people employed in Africa from 2014 to 2024 (in millions) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved October 26, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1235899/number-of-people-employed-in-africa/
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