Mauritania Education Spending
Government expenditure on education as % of GDP SE.XPD.TOTL.GD.ZS
Mauritania's education spending was 4.47% in 2025, ranked 73rd globally. This represents a 5.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1997–2025.
Overview
Mauritania's education spending stood at 4.47% in 2025, a decline of +0.24% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.47% by 2025. Mauritania ranked 73rd globally.
Mauritania allocated 4.47% of its government expenditure to education in 2025, ranking 73rd globally, a figure comparable to peer nations such as Oman at 4.52% and Cabo Verde at 4.50%. This marks a notable recovery from a historic trough of 1.39% in 2022, which followed a steep decline from the all-time peak of 4.72% in 2023, indicating significant volatility in recent funding priorities. Over the 19-year coverage period beginning in 1997, when spending stood at 1.59%, the trajectory has been uneven, with fluctuations likely reflecting shifts in fiscal policy, economic performance, and external aid. The sharp drop in 2022 and rebound by 2025 suggest vulnerability to macroeconomic pressures, possibly linked to commodity price swings or debt servicing demands. While the current level approaches the peak observed in 2023, sustained commitment will depend on improved budgetary stability and policy emphasis on human capital development. Future increases in education spending are likely contingent on stronger revenue mobilization and prioritization within national development planning.
Data & projection
| Year | Education Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 5.01% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 4.47% | - | - |
| 2025 | 4.47% | −0.24% | #73 |
| 2023 | 4.72% | +3.33% | #84 |
| 2022 | 1.39% | −0.50% | #9 |
| 2021 | 1.89% | +0.09% | #13 |
| 2020 | 1.80% | −0.02% | #9 |
| 2019 | 1.82% | −0.12% | #11 |
| 2016 | 1.94% | −0.89% | #10 |
| 2015 | 2.83% | +0.27% | #28 |
| 2014 | 2.56% | +0.26% | #24 |
| 2013 | 2.29% | +0.14% | #17 |
| 2012 | 2.16% | −0.17% | #18 |
| 2011 | 2.33% | +0.37% | #19 |
| 2006 | 1.96% | +0.01% | #4 |
| 2004 | 1.95% | −0.41% | #12 |
| 2003 | 2.37% | +0.09% | #15 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mauritania matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2006. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw education spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mauritania's education spending was 4.47% in 2025. Ranked 73rd globally. This represents a 5.1% decrease from the previous year.
Mauritania's education spending peaked at 4.72% in 2023.
The lowest education spending in Mauritania was 1.39% in 2022.
Mauritania ranks 73rd globally in education spending as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.XPD.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Mauritania's education spending is projected to reach 4.47% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The education spending of Mauritania in 2025 was 4.47%. This ranks 73rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mauritania_education-spending-gdp,
title = {Mauritania Education Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mauritania/education-spending-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}