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Labour Force Survey - 2024 (Q4)
In November 2024 (Q4), the working age population (16 years and above) was around 8.4 million of whom around 4.6 million were employed, 789 thousand were unemployed, and 3 million were out of labour force. The labour force comprises 5.4 million people, which includes both the employed and unemployed population. The proportion of working age population who were in the labour force has consistently increased since 2022. In November 2024, it was estimated to be 64.0 % which is 4 percentage points higher than the estimated value in November 2023 (60.0%).
Labour Force Survey - 2024 (Q3)
The Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS), conducted by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda, is a household-based sample survey that gathers data on the labour market activities of individuals aged 14 and older residing in private households. Notably, only individuals aged 16 and above are included in the reporting.
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Key findings: Labour Force Survey – Quarter 3, 2024
The National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) has published the findings of the Labour Force Survey (LFS) for the third quarter (Q3) of 2024. Data collection was conducted in August 2024 through a household-based survey that provides key statistics into Rwanda’s labor market mainly on labour force participation, employment, unemployment, and underutilization.
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Rwanda’s Labour Market: Key Insights from the 2024 Q2 Labour Force Survey
The National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR) published the results of the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the second quarter of 2024, shedding light on significant trends and developments in the country's labour market. This survey provides crucial data for understanding employment, unemployment, and labour force participation dynamics.