Tax revenue (% of GDP) in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2020 — 15.77%. Since 2015, the indicator has fallen by 0.42 pp.
2015–2020 · % of GDP
How the value compares with the world and the groups this territory belongs to: Sub-Saharan Africa
| Year | % | Change, pp |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 15.77 | −0.66 pp |
| 2019 | 16.43 | +0.31 pp |
| 2018 | 16.12 | +0.18 pp |
| 2017 | 15.94 | +0.01 pp |
| 2016 | 15.93 | −0.26 pp |
| 2015 | 16.19 | — |
Central government tax revenue as a percent of GDP, excluding compulsory social contributions and revenue from fines and penalties. A level of 15% of GDP is considered the minimum threshold at which a state is able to provide basic services and infrastructure.
Important: Only the central budget is counted — in federal states the overall tax burden is substantially higher.
Source: World Development Indicators (World Bank), license CC BY 4.0.
How much the state collects in a year — all revenue except foreign grants.
Public Finance Government expenseHow much the state spends in a year — including wages, pensions, benefits and interest on debt.
Economy Government consumption (% of GDP)The share of GDP taken by government final consumption spending.
Public Finance Government debtGross general government debt as a percent of GDP.