Countries Investing the Most in Their Future (% GDP) (2026)
Source: IMF World Economic Outlook·25 countries·Updated 2026
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Mozambique leads with total investment (% of GDP) of 48.7%.
Gabon ranks #2 at 38.4%.
Tanzania ranks #3 at 35.2%.
Benin ranks #4 at 34.8%.
Chad ranks #5 at 34.2%.
Top 25 Countries by Total Investment (% of GDP)
| # | Country | Total Investment (% of GDP) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Mozambique | 48.7% | 2026 |
| 2 |  Gabon | 38.4% | 2026 |
| 3 |  Tanzania | 35.2% | 2026 |
| 4 |  Benin | 34.8% | 2026 |
| 5 |  Chad | 34.2% | 2026 |
| 6 |  Zambia | 33.9% | 2026 |
| 7 |  Lesotho | 33.7% | 2026 |
| 8 |  Botswana | 29.9% | 2026 |
| 9 |  Congo, Rep. | 29.2% | 2026 |
| 10 |  Equatorial Guinea | 28.9% | 2026 |
| 11 |  Rwanda | 28.6% | 2026 |
| 12 |  Ethiopia | 27.2% | 2026 |
| 13 |  Senegal | 26.6% | 2026 |
| 14 |  Mauritius | 26.2% | 2026 |
| 15 |  Madagascar | 25.6% | 2026 |
| 16 |  Seychelles | 25.1% | 2026 |
| 17 |  Gambia, The | 24.7% | 2026 |
| 18 |  Togo | 24.2% | 2026 |
| 19 |  Uganda | 23.6% | 2026 |
| 20 |  Niger | 23.2% | 2026 |
| 21 |  Cote d'Ivoire | 22.0% | 2026 |
| 22 |  Sao Tome and Principe | 21.3% | 2026 |
| 23 |  Cabo Verde | 21.2% | 2026 |
| 24 |  Namibia | 21.1% | 2026 |
| 25 |  Nigeria | 20.6% | 2026 |
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FAQ
What is the highest total investment (% of GDP) in 2026?
Mozambique has the highest total investment (% of GDP) at 48.7% in 2026.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 43 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the IMF World Economic Outlook. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.