What are the main imports and exports in Sierra Leone?

In 2016 Sierra Leone exported $2.1B, making it the 153rd largest exporter in the world. During the last five years the exports of Sierra Leone have increased at an annualized rate of 13B%, from $342M in 2011 to $2.1B in 2016. The most recent exports are led by Processed Crustaceans which represent 7. read more

Sierra Leone is the 154th largest export economy in the world. In 2016, Sierra Leone exported $897M and imported $1.21B, resulting in a negative trade balance of $312M. The top exports of Sierra Leone are Processed Crustaceans ($158M), Iron Ore ($141M), Diamonds ($116M), Titanium Ore ($92.1M) and Starches ($87.9M), using the 1992 revision of the HS (Harmonized System) classification. read more

In total, Sierra Leone’s import volume was US$2.36 billion in 2014. The imports mainly came from Benin, China, Ivory Coast, Guinea, South Africa and the UK. Taking the data into consideration, the main businesses that can be set up in Sierra Leone are in precious metals and oil extraction area, agriculture and infrastructure. read more

When looking at the economy of Sierra Leone and Sierra Leone Trade, Sierra Leone Exports, Sierra Leone Imports, it is important to understand that this particular country is listed as a “least developed country. read more