Burkina Faso Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Burkina Faso's government revenue was 21.19% in 2025, ranked 125th globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1985–2025.
Overview
Burkina Faso's government revenue stood at 21.19% in 2025, a decline of +0.81% from 2024. The IMF projects 21.19% by 2025. Burkina Faso ranked 125th globally.
Burkina Faso's government revenue has exhibited a mixed trend over the past four decades. Starting from a low of 10.26% of GDP in 1985, the country's revenue gradually increased, peaking at 36.22% in 2006. However, since then, it has shown a downward trajectory, reaching 21.18% in 2025. This decline is comparable to other countries with similar revenue levels, such as Rwanda, which also experienced a decline in its government revenue. In contrast, Senegal has maintained a relatively stable revenue-to-GDP ratio. Burkina Faso's current revenue level is the lowest since the 1990s. The country's revenue-to-GDP ratio is expected to continue its downward trend if commodity prices remain low and economic growth does not pick up. A significant increase in economic growth, driven by investments in the mining sector or agricultural modernization, could potentially change the trajectory and lead to an increase in government revenue.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 22.40% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 22.24% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 22.09% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 21.76% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 21.45% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 21.19% | - | - |
| 2025 | 21.19% | −0.81% | #125 |
| 2024 | 21.99% | −0.53% | #124 |
| 2023 | 22.52% | +0.55% | #118 |
| 2022 | 21.97% | +1.61% | #126 |
| 2021 | 20.36% | +1.09% | #135 |
| 2020 | 19.27% | −0.69% | #139 |
| 2019 | 19.96% | +0.20% | #142 |
| 2018 | 19.76% | +0.41% | #139 |
| 2017 | 19.34% | +0.79% | #142 |
| 2016 | 18.55% | +0.28% | #139 |
| 2015 | 18.27% | −0.92% | #150 |
| 2014 | 19.19% | −2.52% | #149 |
| 2013 | 21.71% | +1.81% | #134 |
| 2012 | 19.91% | +1.51% | #143 |
| 2011 | 18.40% | +0.80% | #147 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burkina Faso matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burkina Faso's government revenue was 21.19% in 2025. Ranked 125th globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from the previous year.
Burkina Faso's government revenue peaked at 36.22% in 2006.
The lowest government revenue in Burkina Faso was 10.26% in 1985.
Burkina Faso ranks 125th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Burkina Faso's government revenue is projected to reach 21.19% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Burkina Faso in 2025 was 21.19%. This ranks 125th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burkina-faso_government-revenue,
title = {Burkina Faso Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burkina-faso/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}