Economic Growth in Burkina Faso
The economy of Burkina Faso recorded an average growth rate of 5.4% in the decade to 2021. In 2021, the real GDP growth was 6.9%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
Burkina Faso GDP Chart
Note: This chart displays Economic Growth (GDP, annual variation in %) for Burkina Faso from 2013 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Burkina Faso GDP Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | 2.0 | 6.9 | 1.5 | 3.0 | - |
| GDP (USD bn) | 17.8 | 19.7 | 19.5 | 21.2 | - |
| GDP (LCU bn) | 10,252 | 10,945 | 12,192 | 12,846 | - |
| Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | 8.7 | 6.8 | 11.4 | 5.4 | - |
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