Senegal GDP Growth
Annual percentage growth rate of GDP NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG
Senegal's gdp growth was 5.96% in 2025, ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 1.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Senegal's gdp growth stood at 5.96% in 2025, a decline of +0.11pp from 2024. The IMF projects 5.96% by 2025. Senegal ranked 22nd globally.
Senegal's GDP growth has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 65 years, with an all-time peak of 8.92% in 1976 and a trough of -6.55% in 1969. The country's growth trajectory has been marked by periods of robust expansion, such as in 1976, and periods of decline, such as in 1969. In recent years, Senegal's GDP growth has rebounded, reaching 5.96% in 2025, ranking 22nd globally. This rate is comparable to that of peer countries, including Tanzania, which recorded a 6.00% growth rate in the same year. Senegal's growth has been driven by various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, and services. However, the country's growth trajectory is expected to be influenced by its increasing dependence on international trade and investment, which could potentially impact its growth rate in the coming years. A significant increase in foreign investment or a shift in global trade policies could alter Senegal's growth trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP Growth | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 4.61% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 4.07% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 3.78% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 3.27% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 2.99% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 5.96% | - | - |
| 2025 | 5.96% | −0.11pp | #22 |
| 2024 | 6.06% | +1.76pp | #22 |
| 2023 | 4.26% | +0.26pp | #64 |
| 2022 | 3.85% | −2.69pp | #120 |
| 2021 | 6.54% | +5.20pp | #72 |
| 2020 | 1.34% | −3.27pp | #25 |
| 2019 | 4.61% | −1.60pp | #57 |
| 2018 | 6.21% | −1.20pp | #30 |
| 2017 | 7.41% | +1.05pp | #16 |
| 2016 | 6.36% | −0.01pp | #32 |
| 2015 | 6.37% | +0.14pp | #27 |
| 2014 | 6.22% | +3.81pp | #35 |
| 2013 | 2.41% | −1.59pp | #128 |
| 2012 | 4.00% | +2.67pp | #88 |
| 2011 | 1.33% | −2.06pp | #161 |
Analysis
Senegal's gdp growth was 5.96% in 2025, a decline of −0.11pp from 2024. IMF projects 5.96% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Senegal's gdp growth was 5.96% in 2025. Ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 1.7% decrease from the previous year.
Senegal's gdp growth peaked at 8.92% in 1976.
The lowest gdp growth in Senegal was -6.55% in 1969.
Senegal ranks 22nd globally in gdp growth as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG. Data sourced from World Bank.
Senegal's gdp growth is projected to reach 5.96% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp growth of Senegal in 2025 was 5.96%. This ranks 22nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_senegal_gdp-growth,
title = {Senegal GDP Growth},
url = {https://historysaid.com/senegal/gdp-growth/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}