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Congo, Republic of Education Spending

Government expenditure on education as % of GDP  SE.XPD.TOTL.GD.ZS

2.85% −0.49% (-14.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #127 Global Peak 8.41% (1978) Source World Bank

Congo, Republic of Education Spending (1970–2025)

Overview

Congo, Republic of's education spending stood at 2.85% in 2025, a decline of +0.49% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2.85% by 2025. Congo, Republic of ranked 127th globally.

Data & projection

Year Education Spending YoY change Rank
2026* trend 2.72% - -
2025* trend 2.85% - -
2025 2.85% −0.49% #127
2023 3.34% +0.61% #49
2022 2.73% −0.59% #35
2021 3.31% −0.91% #48
2020 4.22% +0.97% #74
2019 3.25% +0.48% #50
2018 2.77% −1.40% #33
2017 4.17% −0.70% #86
2016 4.87% +1.73% #105
2015 3.14% −0.04% #39
2014 3.18% −1.83% #45
2013 5.01% +2.27% #106
2012 2.74% +0.09% #34
2011 2.65% −3.04% #28
2010 5.69% +4.01% #109
Show all years (1970-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +26.9% GDP growth 2.2% C/A balance 13.2%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Congo, Republic of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw education spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Congo, Republic of's education spending?

Congo, Republic of's education spending was 2.85% in 2025. Ranked 127th globally. This represents a 14.8% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest education spending in Congo, Republic of?

Congo, Republic of's education spending peaked at 8.41% in 1978.

What was the lowest education spending in Congo, Republic of?

The lowest education spending in Congo, Republic of was 1.68% in 2005.

How does Congo, Republic of rank in education spending?

Congo, Republic of ranks 127th globally in education spending as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for education spending?

The World Bank indicator code is SE.XPD.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected education spending of Congo, Republic of in 2025?

Congo, Republic of's education spending is projected to reach 2.85% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the education spending of Congo, Republic of in 2025?

The education spending of Congo, Republic of in 2025 was 2.85%. This ranks 127th in the world.

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