Sierra Leone produced 35.5 thousand tonnes of Chillies & Peppers in 2024, a 11.3% change from 2018. Yield in 2024 was 12,183 hg/ha, 89% below the Africa average of 114,114 hg/ha.
| Year | Production (K tonnes) | Yield (hg/ha) | Area (K ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 31.9 | 7,861 | 40.6 |
| 2019 | 20.2 | 13,410 | 15.1 |
| 2020 | 111.5 | 14,630 | 76.2 |
| 2021 | 38 | 21,151 | 18 |
| 2022 | 38.9 | 15,523 | 25.1 |
| 2023 | 19.8 | 15,098 | 13.1 |
| 2024 | 35.5 | 12,183 | 29.1 |
Source: FAOSTAT and World Bank, via Afrixplorer. Last updated 2026-09-15.