Population Census (2008): 8.26 millionGDP Growth: -2.30% (2021)Inflation Rate: 58.21% (May, 2025)
Population Census (2008): 8.26 millionGDP Growth: -2.30% (2021)Inflation Rate: 58.21% (May, 2025)

Trade Statistics

Comprehensive data on South Sudan's international trade flows, including imports, exports, and trade balance with partner countries.

Key Trade Indicators

Total Trade Volume

$2.69B

2024 Annual

Total Imports

$0.98B

2024 Annual

Total Exports

$1.71B

2024 Annual

Trade Balance

+$0.72B

Trade Surplus

Trade Trends and Analysis

Trade Balance Trends (2020-2024)

Major Trading Partners (2024)

Trade Data Overview

Monthly Trade Performance

Month Imports ($M) Exports ($M) Balance ($M)
Jan 2024 83.9 143.4 +59.4
Feb 2024 65.4 81.4 +16.0
Mar 2024 82.3 167.5 +85.1
Apr 2024 70.6 133.2 +62.6
May 2024 120.9 130.5 +9.6
Jun 2024 107.4 113.4 +6.1
Jul 2024 75.2 131.4 +56.1
Aug 2024 65.5 244.0 +178.5
Sep 2024 86.2 215.8 +129.6
Oct 2024 84.9 93.2 +8.3
Nov 2024 69.2 161.7 +92.5
Dec 2024 71.5 91.0 +19.5

Annual Trade Summary

Total Trade Volume $2,689.9M
Import Growth +26.4%
Export Growth -52.7%
Trade Balance Change -74.5%

Trade Data Downloads

2024 Trade Data

Full Year 2024

January - December 2024

Excel 1.3 MB

Complete trade data for 2024 including all imports, exports, and re-exports with detailed commodity classification.

2023 Trade Data

Full Year 2023

January - December 2023

Excel 617 KB

Complete trade data for 2023 with detailed breakdown by commodity, partner country, and trade flow.

2022 Trade Data

Full Year 2022

January - December 2022

Excel 859 KB

Complete trade data for 2022 with comprehensive coverage of all international trade transactions.

Understanding Trade Statistics

What are Trade Statistics?

Trade statistics measure the value and quantity of goods that move into (imports) and out of (exports) South Sudan. These statistics are crucial for understanding the country's economic relationships with other nations.

The data is collected through customs declarations and other official sources, classified using the Harmonized System (HS) of product classification, and compiled according to international standards.

Key Concepts

  • Trade Balance: Difference between exports and imports
  • HS Codes: International product classification system
  • CIF/FOB Values: Cost, insurance, freight / Free on board valuation
  • Trade Partners: Countries with significant trade relationships

Data Sources and Methodology

Customs Declarations

Primary data source from customs authorities

International Standards

Following UN and WTO methodologies

Quality Assurance

Rigorous validation and verification processes