Rwanda FDI Inflows
Foreign direct investment, net inflows as % of GDP BX.KLT.DINV.WD.GD.ZS
Rwanda's fdi inflows was 4.46% in 2025, ranked 60th globally. This represents a 11.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's fdi inflows stood at 4.46% in 2025, a rise of +0.44% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.46% by 2025. Rwanda ranked 60th globally.
Rwanda's foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows have experienced significant fluctuations over the past five and a half decades. Since the earliest recorded data in 1970, with an FDI inflow of 0.03, the country has witnessed substantial growth, culminating in a record high of 4.46 in 2025. Conversely, the devastating 1994 genocide led to a complete cessation of FDI inflows, plunging the country to an all-time low of 0.00. Rwanda's current rank of 60 globally is closely matched by its peer, Colombia, which boasts a slightly higher FDI inflow of 4.50. As Rwanda continues to rebuild and consolidate its economy, it is essential to maintain a stable investment climate to sustain this growth trajectory. A significant improvement in the business environment, coupled with increased investor confidence, could propel Rwanda's FDI inflows to surpass those of its peers, such as Botswana, and establish it as a competitive destination for foreign investment.
Data & projection
| Year | FDI Inflows | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 5.69% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 5.07% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 4.46% | - | - |
| 2025 | 4.46% | +0.44% | #60 |
| 2024 | 4.02% | +0.83% | #57 |
| 2023 | 3.19% | +0.90% | #70 |
| 2022 | 2.29% | +0.18% | #109 |
| 2021 | 2.11% | +0.61% | #120 |
| 2020 | 1.50% | −1.04% | #101 |
| 2019 | 2.54% | −1.26% | #102 |
| 2018 | 3.80% | +0.84% | #63 |
| 2017 | 2.96% | −0.26% | #92 |
| 2016 | 3.22% | +1.32% | #89 |
| 2015 | 1.90% | −1.91% | #123 |
| 2014 | 3.81% | +0.82% | #71 |
| 2013 | 2.99% | −0.53% | #100 |
| 2012 | 3.52% | +1.89% | #88 |
| 2011 | 1.63% | −1.90% | #149 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw fdi inflows improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's fdi inflows was 4.46% in 2025. Ranked 60th globally. This represents a 11.0% increase from the previous year.
Rwanda's fdi inflows peaked at 4.46% in 2025.
The lowest fdi inflows in Rwanda was 0.00% in 1994.
Rwanda ranks 60th globally in fdi inflows as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BX.KLT.DINV.WD.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's fdi inflows is projected to reach 4.46% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fdi inflows of Rwanda in 2025 was 4.46%. This ranks 60th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_fdi-inflows,
title = {Rwanda FDI Inflows},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/fdi-inflows/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}