Rwanda FDI Outflows
Foreign direct investment, net outflows as % of GDP BM.KLT.DINV.WD.GD.ZS
Rwanda's fdi outflows was 0.12% in 2025, ranked 117th globally. This represents a 27.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2007–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's fdi outflows stood at 0.12% in 2025, a rise of +0.03% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.12% by 2025. Rwanda ranked 117th globally.
Rwanda's foreign direct investment (FDI) outflows have experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. The country's FDI outflows peaked at 0.55 in 2016, indicating a period of increased investment in foreign markets, likely driven by Rwanda's growing economy and strategic international partnerships. However, FDI outflows plummeted to 0.00 in 2022, suggesting a sharp decline in outward investment. Despite recent stabilization, Rwanda's FDI outflows remain relatively low, ranking 117th globally in 2025 at 0.12. Notably, neighboring Angola also reported an FDI outflow of 0.12 in 2025, indicating that Rwanda's investment trajectory is comparable to that of other countries in the region. Rwanda's FDI outflows are expected to continue their gradual recovery, driven by the country's expanding economy and improving business environment. A significant increase in international trade agreements or partnerships could further accelerate Rwanda's outward investment growth.
Data & projection
| Year | FDI Outflows | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 0.17% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 0.14% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.12% | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.12% | +0.03% | #117 |
| 2024 | 0.09% | +0.01% | #45 |
| 2023 | 0.09% | +0.09% | #58 |
| 2022 | 0.00% | −0.00% | #32 |
| 2021 | 0.00% | −0.00% | #33 |
| 2020 | 0.00% | −0.05% | #42 |
| 2019 | 0.05% | −0.13% | #49 |
| 2018 | 0.19% | +0.02% | #75 |
| 2017 | 0.17% | −0.38% | #67 |
| 2016 | 0.55% | +0.51% | #89 |
| 2015 | 0.04% | −0.01% | #44 |
| 2014 | 0.05% | −0.27% | #40 |
| 2007 | 0.32% | – | #57 |
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 outflows improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's fdi outflows was 0.12% in 2025. Ranked 117th globally. This represents a 27.1% increase from the previous year.
Rwanda's fdi outflows peaked at 0.55% in 2016.
The lowest fdi outflows in Rwanda was 0.00% in 2022.
Rwanda ranks 117th globally in fdi outflows as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BM.KLT.DINV.WD.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's fdi outflows is projected to reach 0.12% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fdi outflows of Rwanda in 2025 was 0.12%. This ranks 117th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_fdi-outflows,
title = {Rwanda FDI Outflows},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/fdi-outflows/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}