Namibia Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Namibia's government revenue was 34.09% in 2025, ranked 59th globally. This represents a 6.2% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Namibia's government revenue stood at 34.09% in 2025, a decline of +2.25% from 2024. The IMF projects 34.09% by 2025. Namibia ranked 59th globally.
Namibia’s government revenue has risen modestly over the 36‑year series, moving from 31.30 in 1990 to 34.09 in 2025, placing the country 59th globally. The upward trajectory accelerated after the all‑time trough of 25.72 in 2004, reaching an all‑time peak of 36.34 in 2024 before a slight dip the following year. This pattern mirrors the modest growth observed in peer economies such as Seychelles, which recorded 34.21 in the same period, suggesting that small, open economies with limited fiscal bases are converging toward similar revenue levels. The post‑trough expansion reflects improved tax administration and modest commodity price gains, yet the recent contraction hints at vulnerability to external shocks and fiscal consolidation pressures. Continued diversification of the tax base and resilience to commodity cycles will be pivotal for Namibia to sustain the recent upward trend and avoid another downturn.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 33.70% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 33.58% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 33.44% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 33.21% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 32.89% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 34.09% | - | - |
| 2025 | 34.09% | −2.25% | #59 |
| 2024 | 36.34% | +2.48% | #56 |
| 2023 | 33.86% | +3.64% | #62 |
| 2022 | 30.23% | −0.35% | #76 |
| 2021 | 30.58% | −2.83% | #71 |
| 2020 | 33.41% | +1.48% | #61 |
| 2019 | 31.92% | +0.69% | #69 |
| 2018 | 31.24% | −1.86% | #69 |
| 2017 | 33.10% | +0.64% | #63 |
| 2016 | 32.46% | −2.91% | #65 |
| 2015 | 35.37% | +0.02% | #51 |
| 2014 | 35.35% | +1.73% | #59 |
| 2013 | 33.62% | +1.68% | #66 |
| 2012 | 31.94% | +0.56% | #75 |
| 2011 | 31.39% | +2.90% | #74 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Namibia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2009. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Namibia's government revenue was 34.09% in 2025. Ranked 59th globally. This represents a 6.2% decrease from the previous year.
Namibia's government revenue peaked at 36.34% in 2024.
The lowest government revenue in Namibia was 25.72% in 2004.
Namibia ranks 59th globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Namibia's government revenue is projected to reach 34.09% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Namibia in 2025 was 34.09%. This ranks 59th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_namibia_government-revenue,
title = {Namibia Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/namibia/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}