Botswana’s debt-to-GDP ratio remained relatively low but exhibited notable shifts. Starting at in 1990, the ratio decreased to in 2007, reflecting strong diamond revenues and prudent fiscal policies.
The 2009 global financial crisis led to a sharp rise, with the ratio peaking at in 2010 due to economic stimulus measures. Despite fluctuations, the ratio stabilized around in 2022, as Botswana balanced development needs with fiscal discipline.
The 2009 global financial crisis led to a sharp rise, with the ratio peaking at in 2010 due to economic stimulus measures. Despite fluctuations, the ratio stabilized around in 2022, as Botswana balanced development needs with fiscal discipline.
For additional information, visit statistics on Botswana’s annual GDP figures, Botswana’s net lending/borrowing as a share of GDP, Botswana’s import value.
