Burundi has unveiled stronger economic ambitions for the 2026–2027 fiscal year.
The government is forecasting economic growth of 5.5%, driven primarily by the expected performance of its export-oriented sectors, according to the Minister of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Alain Ndikumana.
Presenting the draft budget before the National Assembly, the minister emphasized that exports of minerals, coffee, tea, avocados, and patchouli are expected to be the main engines of growth. These sectors are considered strategic for wealth creation, increasing export revenues, and generating much-needed foreign exchange earnings.
The authorities are also counting on the support of technical and financial partners to help implement several development projects through grants and external financing aimed at strengthening infrastructure and stimulating economic activity.
In this context, the National Assembly unanimously approved the State Budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The budget provides for record expenditures exceeding 7.02 trillion Burundian francs (approximately USD 2.36 billion), while revenues are projected at 6.296 trillion Burundian francs.
Through this finance law, the government aims to accelerate the country’s economic transformation, strengthen productive capacities, and support more sustained growth in the years ahead.
