Kenya-Gambia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $0 total volume •Kenya surplus: $0

KenyaGambia

$0

Exports (2023)

GambiaKenya

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$0

Surplus for Kenya

Total Trade

$0

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Kenya and Gambia. Green line shows exports from Kenya, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Kenya-Gambia commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

KenyaGambia Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel
$3.56M
Infinity% of exports
2Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel
$875,933
Infinity% of exports
3Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for gas fuel or for both gas and other fuels, of iron or steel
$193,465
Infinity% of exports
4Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or Musa textilis Nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
$152,873
Infinity% of exports
5Furniture: for medical, surgical, veterinary use (e.g. operating tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings) and parts thereof
$126,381
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Kenya's export portfolio to Gambia demonstrates strategic specialization, with domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

GambiaKenya Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Clothing: worn, and other worn articles
$491
Infinity% of imports
2Furniture: wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use
$414
Infinity% of imports
3Tableware and kitchenware: of porcelain or china
$237
Infinity% of imports
4Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30
$201
Infinity% of imports
5Steel, stainless: table, kitchen and other household articles and parts thereof
$108
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Kenya's import pattern from Gambia reveals strategic sourcingin clothing: worn, and other worn articles, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Kenya demonstrates competitive strength in exportingdomestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel to Gambia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsperfectcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $0 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Kenya-Gambia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $0.00representing a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Kenya maintains a surplus of $0.00
  • Export Focus: Kenya's primary exports include domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel, cooking appliances and plate warmers: for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel, cooking appliances and plate warmers: for gas fuel or for both gas and other fuels, of iron or steel
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Gambia include clothing: worn, and other worn articles, furniture: wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use, tableware and kitchenware: of porcelain or china

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $0 represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Kenya leveraging its comparative advantages in domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

1

Comparative Advantage

Kenya's specialization in domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steelcomplements Gambia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in clothing: worn, and other worn articles.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $0 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityBalanced
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $0 bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $0.00 bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel and clothing: worn, and other worn articles demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Kenya's trade surplus of $0.00 strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in cooking appliances and plate warmers: for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on clothing: worn, and other worn articles, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Kenya and Gambia represents a total trade volume of $0.00 in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Kenya, with exports exceeding importsby $0.00.

Export Strengths

Kenya's exports to Gambia total $0.00, with competitive advantages in domestic appliances: non-electric, (other than cookers and plate warmers), for solid fuel and fuels other than gas or liquid, of iron or steel, representing $3.56M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Gambia amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in clothing: worn, and other worn articles, with Clothing: worn, and other worn articles comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Kenya's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023