The way to knowledge economy : a review of Sudan Knowledge services

Abstract

Sudan is a vast agricultural, pastoral and multicultural country. Its population is about 40 million out of which 75% live in rural areas. Agriculture is the dominant sector in the Sudanese economy. It contributes about 35% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), generates over 80% of the foreign exchange earnings, and provides the raw materials for agro-industries and employment for over 80% of the labour force. About 87% of economically active people are depended on agricultural or pastoral activities and related enterprises for their livelihoods. Forest resources contribute about 10% to the GDP, while livestock, which is predominantly kept by the traditional nomadic people, contributes about 8 % of GDP [9].