Economy of Embu county
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| Currency | Kenyan Shilling |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Population |  603,000 [1] |
| GDP | $4.375 (PPP) $1.606B (nominal) [2] |
GDP growth | 6.31% [2] |
GDP per capita | $6,814 (PPP) $2,502 (Nominal) |
All values, unless otherwise stated, are in US dollars. | |
Embu County is the 21st largest economy in Kenya and the 4th richest by GDP per capita.[2] The economy of Embu County is predominantly anchored in agriculture, The fertile volcanic soils and temperate climate foster the cultivation of cash crops such as tea and coffee, alongside staple crops like maize, beans, and an array of horticultural produce, including vegetables and fruits. Tourism in Embu is growing, particularly with the allure of Mount Kenya, which draws adventurers and nature enthusiasts. Agriculture Employs nearly 70.1% of the population.[3]
Embu County GDP (2018 - 2022)
[edit]| Year | GDP (KES Billions) | GDP (USD Billions) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 134.839 | $1.15 |
| 2019 | 138.049 | $1.18 |
| 2020 | 149.912 | $1.28 |
| 2021 | 166.292 | $1.42 |
| 2022 | 187.934 | $1.60 |
Economic growth
[edit]| Year | GDP Growth (%) |
|---|---|
| 2018–2019 | 1.16% |
| 2019–2020 | 4.30% |
| 2020–2021 | 5.4% |
| 2021–2022 | 6.4% |
References
[edit]- ^ "Population Knbs". 2023.
- ^ a b c "gcp". 2023.
- ^ "Agriculture in embu". 2024.
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