Rwanda GDP
Gross Domestic Product in current US dollars NY.GDP.MKTP.CD
Rwanda's gdp was $14.8B in 2025, ranked 140th globally. This represents a 3.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's gdp stood at $14.8B in 2025, a rise of +$519.4M from 2024. The IMF projects $14.8B by 2025. Rwanda ranked 140th globally.
Rwanda's GDP has experienced significant growth over the past six and a half decades, increasing from 119 million in 1960 to 14.771 billion in 2025, a 12,252% rise. This growth outpaces many of its regional peers, such as Malawi, which ranks slightly higher with a GDP of 14.975 billion in 2025. Rwanda's GDP has been steadily increasing since the 1990s, following the country's transition from a post-conflict state to a stable, market-oriented economy. This growth has been driven by a combination of factors, including investments in infrastructure, agriculture, and services. As a result, Rwanda has become one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa. Looking ahead, a decline in global commodity prices or a slowdown in foreign investment could potentially disrupt Rwanda's growth trajectory, highlighting the need for the country to diversify its economy and reduce its dependence on external factors.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | $20.0B | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | $18.4B | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | $17.2B | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | $16.3B | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | $15.5B | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | $14.8B | - | - |
| 2025 | $14.8B | +$519.4M | #140 |
| 2024 | $14.3B | −$79.4M | #60 |
| 2023 | $14.3B | +$1.0B | #63 |
| 2022 | $13.3B | +$2.3B | #68 |
| 2021 | $11.1B | +$904.8M | #66 |
| 2020 | $10.2B | −$174.6M | #67 |
| 2019 | $10.3B | +$711.3M | #68 |
| 2018 | $9.6B | +$384.9M | #65 |
| 2017 | $9.3B | +$557.8M | #68 |
| 2016 | $8.7B | +$149.3M | #68 |
| 2015 | $8.5B | +$303.8M | #65 |
| 2014 | $8.2B | +$418.0M | #64 |
| 2013 | $7.8B | +$166.0M | #63 |
| 2012 | $7.7B | +$769.8M | #65 |
| 2011 | $6.9B | +$760.9M | #66 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's gdp was $14.8B in 2025. Ranked 140th globally. This represents a 3.6% increase from the previous year.
Rwanda's gdp peaked at $14.8B in 2025.
The lowest gdp in Rwanda was $119.0M in 1960.
Rwanda ranks 140th globally in gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.MKTP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Rwanda's gdp is projected to reach $14.8B by 2025 based on IMF projection.
Rwanda's gdp was approximately 14.77 billion ($14.8B) in 2025.
The gdp of Rwanda in 2025 was $14.8B. This ranks 140th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_rwanda_gdp,
title = {Rwanda GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}