Agriculture Remains Top Economic Sector Despite Decline, Manufacturing and Construction See Growth

Agriculture top contributor despite 3.7% decline, falling to 20.4% from 24.1%
Manufacturing saw 1.3% increase to 15.1%, strengthening economy
Information & communication grew significantly by 3.4% to 14%
Trade decreased slightly by 0.8% but still major contributor at 12.5%
Construction increased substantially by 1.4% to 10.7% from 9.4%

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