Share of World GDP: Botswana

Analysis# Botswana Share of World GDP Botswana accounts for 0.025% of global GDP in 2026, representing a significant recovery from its 1980 low of 0.015% but remaining below its 1991 peak of 0.031%. Over the past 46 years, the country's share has grown 66.7%, reflecting its transformation from a lower-income economy into an upper-middle-income nation, primarily driven by diamond exports and prudent fiscal management. The period from 1991 to 2020 marked a gradual decline, with Botswana's share falling from 0.031% to 0.026%. Since 2021, the metric has stabilized around 0.026–0.028%, suggesting Botswana has reached a plateau in its relative global economic weight. The projected 0.025% for 2026 indicates a modest contraction ahead, likely reflecting slower growth relative to faster-expanding emerging economies.