Mali Tax Revenue
Tax revenue as % of GDP GC.TAX.TOTL.GD.ZS
Mali's tax revenue was 11.95% in 2020, ranked 33rd globally. This represents a 2.3% decrease from 2019. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2020.
Overview
Mali's tax revenue stood at 11.95% in 2020, a decline of +0.29% from 2019. Mali ranked 33rd globally.
Mali’s tax revenue as a share of GDP reached 11.95 in 2020, placing the country 33rd in the world according to the World Bank, and it remains slightly above the level recorded for Papua New Guinea (11.88). The indicator has risen steadily from an early‑year low of 8.90 in 2001, climbed to an all‑time peak of 13.33 in 2017, and then moderated to its current position after a 21‑year series. The upward trajectory reflects broader fiscal reforms and modest improvements in tax administration, yet the post‑peak decline suggests that the gains of the late 2010s were not fully consolidated. Relative to peers such as Belarus (12.02) and Côte d’Ivoire (11.79), Mali’s performance is competitive but still below the regional leaders. Continued diversification of the tax base and stronger compliance mechanisms will be crucial to sustain the recent gains and prevent a reversal toward earlier trough levels.
Data & projection
| Year | Tax Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 11.95% | −0.29% | #33 |
| 2019 | 12.24% | +2.46% | #36 |
| 2018 | 9.78% | −3.55% | #17 |
| 2017 | 13.33% | +0.43% | #51 |
| 2016 | 12.90% | +1.04% | #38 |
| 2015 | 11.85% | +1.22% | #32 |
| 2014 | 10.64% | −0.32% | #22 |
| 2013 | 10.96% | +0.04% | #24 |
| 2012 | 10.93% | +0.38% | #25 |
| 2011 | 10.55% | −0.29% | #21 |
| 2010 | 10.84% | −0.08% | #26 |
| 2009 | 10.92% | +0.76% | #26 |
| 2008 | 10.16% | −0.82% | #16 |
| 2007 | 10.98% | −0.22% | #17 |
| 2006 | 11.20% | +0.01% | #20 |
Analysis
Mali's tax revenue was 11.95% in 2020, a decline of −0.29% from 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mali's tax revenue was 11.95% in 2020. Ranked 33rd globally. This represents a 2.3% decrease from the previous year.
Mali's tax revenue peaked at 13.33% in 2017.
The lowest tax revenue in Mali was 8.90% in 2001.
Mali ranks 33rd globally in tax revenue as of 2020.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.TAX.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
The tax revenue of Mali in 2020 was 11.95%. This ranks 33rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mali_tax-revenue,
title = {Mali Tax Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mali/tax-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}