Mali GDP (2026)
LiveMali has an economy based primarily on agriculture, livestock, mining, and trade. Gold production remains the country's leading export industry, while farming continues to provide livelihoods for much of the population. This page presents Mali GDP data, historical developments, and economic prospects for 2026.
Mali GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Mali's GDP in 2026 is $33.85B.
It ranks #118 among 218 countries.
Mali contributes 0.03% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $1,301 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 5.50% in 2026.
Mali GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $33,847,000,000 | 5.50% | $1,301 | 0.03% | #117 |
| 2025 | $30,050,000,000 | 4.90% | $1,190 | 0.03% | #116 |
| 2024 | $26,777,000,000 | 5.00% | $1,093 | 0.02% | #115 |
| 2023 | $24,817,000,000 | 4.70% | $1,044 | 0.02% | #115 |
| 2022 | $22,657,000,000 | 3.70% | $982 | 0.02% | #117 |
| 2021 | $23,061,000,000 | 3.10% | $1,030 | 0.02% | #113 |
| 2020 | $20,777,000,000 | -1.20% | $957 | 0.02% | #113 |
| 2019 | $20,521,000,000 | 5.00% | $974 | 0.02% | #115 |
| 2018 | $20,418,000,000 | 4.90% | $999 | 0.02% | #116 |
| 2017 | $18,334,000,000 | 5.40% | $925 | 0.02% | #116 |
| 2016 | $16,765,000,000 | 6.00% | $874 | 0.02% | #117 |
| 2015 | $15,592,000,000 | 6.20% | $839 | 0.02% | #119 |
| 2014 | $17,100,000,000 | 6.50% | $949 | 0.02% | #124 |
| 2013 | $15,753,000,000 | 3.30% | $902 | 0.02% | #125 |
| 2012 | $14,816,000,000 | -0.30% | $874 | 0.02% | #126 |
| 2011 | $15,461,000,000 | 3.80% | $939 | 0.02% | #124 |
| 2010 | $12,438,000,000 | 5.90% | $780 | 0.02% | #125 |
| 2009 | $11,909,000,000 | 4.90% | $772 | 0.02% | #123 |
| 2008 | $11,474,000,000 | 4.80% | $768 | 0.02% | #126 |
| 2007 | $9,669,000,000 | 4.10% | $669 | 0.02% | #126 |
| 2006 | $8,086,000,000 | 5.00% | $578 | 0.02% | #126 |
| 2005 | $7,376,000,000 | 6.90% | $545 | 0.02% | #124 |
| 2004 | $6,408,000,000 | -2.80% | $489 | 0.01% | #124 |
| 2003 | $5,522,000,000 | 5.20% | $435 | 0.01% | #123 |
| 2002 | $4,631,000,000 | 7.40% | $377 | 0.01% | #125 |
| 2001 | $4,055,000,000 | 11.80% | $340 | 0.01% | #128 |
| 2000 | $3,482,000,000 | -1.60% | $301 | 0.01% | #137 |
| 1999 | $4,069,000,000 | 2.40% | $362 | 0.01% | #125 |
| 1998 | $3,868,000,000 | 5.50% | $354 | 0.01% | #126 |
| 1997 | $3,383,000,000 | 6.40% | $318 | 0.01% | #132 |
| 1996 | $3,722,000,000 | 6.40% | $358 | 0.01% | #124 |
| 1995 | $3,339,000,000 | 1.60% | $328 | 0.01% | #128 |
| 1994 | $2,708,000,000 | 2.20% | $272 | 0.01% | #127 |
| 1993 | $3,637,000,000 | 5.40% | $373 | 0.01% | #114 |
| 1992 | $3,689,000,000 | -5.60% | $386 | 0.01% | #110 |
| 1991 | $3,589,000,000 | 11.70% | $383 | 0.01% | #105 |
| 1990 | $3,248,000,000 | -4.60% | $354 | 0.01% | #107 |
| 1989 | $3,310,000,000 | 3.00% | $368 | 0.02% | #101 |
| 1988 | $2,712,000,000 | 8.10% | $307 | 0.01% | #109 |
| 1987 | $2,449,000,000 | -0.20% | $282 | 0.01% | #107 |
| 1986 | $2,126,000,000 | -1.00% | $249 | 0.01% | #111 |
| 1985 | $1,594,000,000 | 9.60% | $190 | 0.01% | #112 |
| 1984 | $1,388,000,000 | -3.90% | $169 | 0.01% | #113 |
| 1983 | $1,497,000,000 | 0.30% | $186 | 0.01% | #111 |
| 1982 | $1,680,000,000 | -3.30% | $214 | 0.01% | #110 |
| 1981 | $2,235,000,000 | -0.90% | $290 | 0.02% | #106 |
| 1980 | $2,704,000,000 | 3.30% | $359 | 0.02% | #99 |
Mali GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $36,408,000,000 | 5.70% | $1,358 | 0.03% | #111 |
| 2028 | $39,073,000,000 | 5.50% | $1,414 | 0.03% | #111 |
| 2029 | $41,924,000,000 | 5.30% | $1,472 | 0.03% | #111 |
| 2030 | $45,001,000,000 | 5.30% | $1,533 | 0.03% | #111 |
| 2031 | $48,303,000,000 | 5.30% | $1,597 | 0.03% | #110 |
Mali Economy Overview
Mali's economy is largely based on agriculture, livestock, mining, and trade. Gold is the country's largest export, making mining a critical source of foreign earnings. Cotton production also remains one of Mali's most important agricultural industries alongside millet, rice, maize, livestock, and fisheries.
Retail commerce, transportation, telecommunications, and public administration support the services sector. Although manufacturing remains relatively limited, food processing and textile production contribute to domestic industry. Infrastructure constraints and security challenges continue to affect investment and business activity.
Mali GDP Outlook
Maliโs economic prospects remain closely tied to gold mining, agriculture, livestock, and regional trade. Higher agricultural productivity, local food processing, renewable energy, and improved transport connections could create wider employment opportunities. Gold exports may continue to support foreign-exchange earnings. Nevertheless, insecurity, political instability, sanctions risk, climate-related drought, weak infrastructure, limited electricity access, and dependence on commodity exports may restrict investment and disrupt production.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 1980โ2031
- GDP Measurement
- Nominal gross domestic product in current U.S. dollars
- Update Schedule
- Updated annually using the latest available projections
- Population Data
- United Nations World Population Prospects
Frequently Asked Questions
Mali's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $33,847,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Mali's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 5.50%.
GDP per capita in Mali is approximately $1,301 in 2026.
Mali ranks #118 globally by nominal GDP in 2026.
GDP is commonly calculated as household consumption plus investment, government spending, and net exports.
Sources
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