Burundi Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Burundi's government revenue was 16.69% in 2025, ranked 158th globally. This represents a 4.7% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Burundi's government revenue stood at 16.69% in 2025, a decline of +0.82% from 2024. The IMF projects 16.69% by 2025. Burundi ranked 158th globally.
Burundi's government revenue has exhibited a mixed trend over the past 36 years, with a notable peak in 2011 at 38.70% of GDP. This represents a significant increase from the country's all-time trough of 14.30% in 1997, a period marked by civil war and economic instability. The government revenue has since declined, reaching 16.69% in 2025, ranking Burundi 158th globally. This trajectory is comparable to that of Lao PDR, which has a slightly higher revenue of 16.92% in 2025. Burundi's government revenue has struggled to regain its pre-2011 levels, despite some fluctuations. The decline in revenue is likely linked to a combination of factors, including the country's ongoing development challenges and the lingering effects of past conflict. A sustained economic growth and improved fiscal management could potentially alter this trajectory and propel Burundi's government revenue towards a more stable and higher trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 18.34% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 17.72% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 17.11% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 16.83% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 16.35% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 16.69% | - | - |
| 2025 | 16.69% | −0.82% | #158 |
| 2024 | 17.51% | −3.24% | #151 |
| 2023 | 20.75% | −2.04% | #133 |
| 2022 | 22.79% | −1.01% | #119 |
| 2021 | 23.79% | +1.20% | #113 |
| 2020 | 22.59% | +0.19% | #119 |
| 2019 | 22.40% | +3.04% | #126 |
| 2018 | 19.36% | +0.27% | #145 |
| 2017 | 19.09% | +3.62% | #145 |
| 2016 | 15.46% | −0.15% | #158 |
| 2015 | 15.61% | −8.92% | #164 |
| 2014 | 24.53% | −8.34% | #109 |
| 2013 | 32.87% | −0.88% | #72 |
| 2012 | 33.75% | −4.95% | #68 |
| 2011 | 38.70% | +1.49% | #43 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burundi matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burundi's government revenue was 16.69% in 2025. Ranked 158th globally. This represents a 4.7% decrease from the previous year.
Burundi's government revenue peaked at 38.70% in 2011.
The lowest government revenue in Burundi was 14.30% in 1997.
Burundi ranks 158th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Burundi's government revenue is projected to reach 16.69% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Burundi in 2025 was 16.69%. This ranks 158th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burundi_government-revenue,
title = {Burundi Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burundi/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}