Botswana Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Botswana's gini index was 54.9 in 2015, ranked 83rd globally. This represents a 3.5% decrease from 2014. Data from World Bank, covering 1985–2015.
Overview
Botswana's gini index stood at 54.9 in 2015, a decline of +2.0 from 2009. Botswana ranked 83rd globally.
Botswana’s Gini index has remained high relative to most nations, registering 54.90 in 2015 and placing the country 83rd in the world according to World Bank data. The measure rose modestly from its earliest recorded value of 54.20 in 1985, peaked at 61.50 in 2002, and then moderated to the current level, suggesting that the sharp increase experienced in the early 2000s has not been fully reversed. Compared with regional peers, Botswana’s inequality is slightly lower than Namibia’s 59.10 but higher than Brazil’s 51.90, indicating that the distribution of income remains more skewed than in several middle‑income economies. The limited five‑year coverage hampers a detailed assessment of recent dynamics, yet the post‑peak decline hints at gradual improvements in redistribution or growth patterns. Continued fiscal reforms, targeted social programs, and inclusive investment could further compress the gap, steering the Gini index downward in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 54.9 | −2.0 | #83 |
| 2009 | 56.9 | −4.6 | #82 |
| 2002 | 61.5 | +1.4 | #68 |
| 1993 | 60.1 | +5.9 | #34 |
| 1985 | 54.2 | – | #16 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Botswana matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Botswana's gini index was 54.9 in 2015. Ranked 83rd globally. This represents a 3.5% decrease from the previous year.
Botswana's gini index peaked at 61.5 in 2002.
The lowest gini index in Botswana was 54.2 in 1985.
Botswana ranks 83rd globally in gini index as of 2015.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
The gini index of Botswana in 2015 was 54.9. This ranks 83rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_botswana_gini-index,
title = {Botswana Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/botswana/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}