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Labour Force Survey Annual Report 2023
The 2023 Annual Labour Force Survey report is compiled from aggregated data spanning four quarters of the year 2023, obtained through data collection conducted in February, May, August, and November 2023. The data collection employed a face-to-face methodology utilizing Computer-Assisted Personal Interviews (CAPI). The Labour Force Survey (LFS) provides estimates concerning the size and characteristics of the labour force, employment, unemployment, and other pertinent labour market characteristics of the population.
Labour Force Survey Trends - November 2023 (Q4)
The Rwanda Labour Force Survey (LFS) program systematically gathers data pertaining to the employment and labor underutilization characteristics of the population on a quarterly basis since 2019 and it has been instrumental in providing precise quarterly estimates of key labor force aggregates at the national level.
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Unemployment Rate Holds Steady in Q3 2023, Disparities Persist
The latest labour market data for August 2023 (Q3) has been released, revealing interesting trends in the unemployment landscape. While the overall unemployment rate remained at 18.0 percent, slightly declined as anticipated, there were notable variations across different demographic groups.
Rwanda's Unemployment Rate Declines, Yet Gender and Age Disparities Persist
Introduction
Rwanda has seen a promising decline in its unemployment rate, with the latest figures revealing a drop to 16.8 percent, compared to 23.5 percent in May 2022 and 17.3 percent in February 2023. This reduction is a testament to the nation's continued efforts to stimulate economic growth and job creation. However, beneath this overall improvement, significant gender and age disparities persist, demanding attention and targeted strategies to address them effectively.