This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Kenya statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Kenyan statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Kenyan-specific metadata information.
| Indicator information |
Developing countries’ and least developed countries’ share of global merchandise exports |
|---|---|
| Goal |
Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development |
| Target |
Target 17.11: Significantly increase the exports of developing countries, in particular with a view to doubling the least developed countries’ share of global exports by 2020 |
| Indicator |
Indicator 17.11.1: Developing countries’ and least developed countries’ share of global exports |
| Metadata update |
2023 |
| Data reporter |
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics |
| Organisation |
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics |
| Contact person(s) |
Director Macroeconomic Statistics |
| Contact organisation unit |
Directorate of Macroeconomic Statistics |
| Contact person function |
Production and Dissemination of Macroeconomic Statistics |
| Contact phone |
+254-20 2911-000 |
| Contact mail |
30266-00100, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Contact email |
macro@knbs.or.ke |
| Definition, concepts, and classifications |
DEFINITION,CONCEPTS AND CLASSIFICATIONS |
| Definition and concepts |
Definition: Value of Domestic Exports and Re-exports of Kenya Concepts: Harmonized System (HS): Is the international classification used to categorize products that are traded (merchandise trade) |
| Unit of measure |
KSh Million |
| Classifications |
HS 2022, SITC Rev 4 and BEC Rev 4 |
| Data source type and collection method |
DATA SOURCE,TYPE AND DATA COLLECTION METHOD |
| Data sources |
Data collection is done at the national level. The data source is Kenya Revenue Authority |
| Data collection method |
Administrative Data |
| Data collection calendar |
All year round |
| Data release calendar |
Monthly in the Leading Economic Indicators, Quarterly in the Quarterly BOP reports and Annually in the Economic Survey release in April every year |
| Data providers |
Kenya Revenue Authority |
| Data compilers |
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics |
| Institutional mandate |
According to the Statistics Act, 2006 which mandates Kenya National Bureau of Statistics to collect, compile, analyze, publish and disseminate official statistics for public use |
| Rationale |
Assists in tracking the increase of exports from Developing countries and LDCs |
| Comment and limitations |
Not possible to get total exports from all Developing Countries and LDCs |
| Method of computation |
Value of total exports |
| Validation |
Validation of data is done by TWG on Trade and Trade facilitation on a quarterly basis and bilaterally with KRA |
| Methods and guidance available to countries for the compilation of the data at the national level |
Follows the HS classification guidelines |
| Quality management |
The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics is ISO certified based on 9001:2015 Standard requirements. The processes of compilation, production, publication and dissemination of data, including quality control, are carried out following the methodological framework and standards established by the KNBS, in compliance with the Internationally acceptable standards |
| Quality assurance |
The KNBS adheres to Kenya Statistical Quality Assurance Framework (KesQAF) that underlines principles to be assured in managing the statistical production processes and output. Data consistency and quality checks are conducted through Technical Working Groups (TWGs) before publication and dissemination. |
| Quality assessment |
The processes of compilation, production, publication and dissemination of data, including quality control are subjected to a set criteria and standards to ensure conformity. |
| Data availability and disaggregation |
Data availability: Monthly data is available for this indicator Time series: Monthly data from 2000 to October 2023 Disaggregation: Disaggregation is available by product at 8 digit level, end use category and geographical region |
| Comparability/deviation from international standards |
Sources of discrepancies: Not applicable to this indicator. |
| References and Documentation |
URL: http://www.intracen.org; www.wto.org; http://unctad.org/en/Pages/Home.aspx References: The calculation of trade in goods statistics is based on well-established international and national practices. For trade in goods refer to the manual on International Merchandise Trade Statistics (IMTS) http://unstats.un.org/unsd/trade/methodology%20imts.htm |
| Metadata last updated | Aug 28, 2025 |