Military Expenditure in Ethiopia, 1961-2022

Ethiopia’s military expenditure displayed notable spikes during periods of conflict, peaking at 10.3% of GDP in 1989 amidst the Ethiopian Civil War. Post-1991, spending sharply declined, reaching 3.4% by 1992, as the country focused on rebuilding.

Subsequent decades saw lower military investments, with expenditures stabilizing below 1% by 2015. These reductions reflect Ethiopia's shifting priorities toward economic growth and addressing developmental challenges.