Burundi Forest Area
Forest area as % of land area AG.LND.FRST.ZS
Burundi's forest area was 10.89% in 2025, ranked 161st globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Burundi's forest area stood at 10.89% in 2025, a decline of +0.00% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 10.89% by 2025. Burundi ranked 161st globally.
Burundi's forest area has remained relatively stable over the past three and a half decades, ranging from 10.77% in 1990 to its current value of 10.89% in 2025. The country's forest area peaked at 10.89% in 2023, and troughed at 7.55% in 2010. Notably, Burundi's forest area is comparable to that of Mali, which shares a similar ranking of 10.90% globally. The persistent forest area in Burundi suggests a balance between deforestation and reforestation efforts. However, the trend may be influenced by factors such as population growth and agricultural expansion, which could potentially alter the trajectory. A significant increase in agricultural production or infrastructure development could lead to increased pressure on Burundi's forests, potentially reversing the current trend of stability.
Data & projection
| Year | Forest Area | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 10.89% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 10.89% | - | - |
| 2025 | 10.89% | −0.00% | #161 |
| 2023 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #161 |
| 2022 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #162 |
| 2021 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #162 |
| 2020 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #162 |
| 2019 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #162 |
| 2018 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #162 |
| 2017 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #162 |
| 2016 | 10.89% | +0.00% | #161 |
| 2015 | 10.89% | +0.67% | #161 |
| 2014 | 10.22% | +0.67% | #167 |
| 2013 | 9.55% | +0.67% | #167 |
| 2012 | 8.89% | +0.67% | #169 |
| 2011 | 8.22% | +0.67% | #169 |
| 2010 | 7.55% | +0.00% | #168 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burundi matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw forest area improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burundi's forest area was 10.89% in 2025. Ranked 161st globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.
Burundi's forest area peaked at 10.89% in 2015.
The lowest forest area in Burundi was 7.55% in 2000.
Burundi ranks 161st globally in forest area as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is AG.LND.FRST.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Burundi's forest area is projected to reach 10.89% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The forest area of Burundi in 2025 was 10.89%. This ranks 161st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burundi_forest-area,
title = {Burundi Forest Area},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burundi/forest-area/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}