The index, which assesses the capability and effectiveness of governments across 120 countries worldwide, placed Mauritius at 51st globally, maintaining its position as Africa's top performer for the fifth year in a row despite slipping from 36th in 2021. Rwanda followed at 59th, while Botswana secured 61st place.
Other African countries that made the continent's top ten include Morocco (75th), South Africa (77th), Tanzania (78th), Egypt (81st), Senegal (83rd), Ghana (86th), and Algeria (90th).
Rwanda's Strengths
The report notes that Rwanda scored particularly well in Financial Stewardship, Global Influence & Reputation, and Helping People Rise, placing it ahead of most of its regional peers.
Regional trends
The CGGI reveals that Africa continues to face significant governance challenges, with the region posting the lowest average score globally. Nonetheless, there was a modest improvement between 2024 and 2025, after declines during the pandemic years.
Of the 28 African countries ranked, only Rwanda and Tanzania improved their positions between 2021 and 2025, while the rest recorded declines.
Tanzania, in particular, rose from 82nd in 2021 to 78th this year, making it the most improved in the region. Its progress is attributed to reforms under the Digital Tanzania Project, new data protection laws, and a surge in foreign investment.
The CGGI is designed not only to measure performance but also to provide practical benchmarks that governments can use to identify gaps and adopt good practices from peers. The seven pillars assessed include Leadership and Foresight, Robust Laws and Policies, Strong Institutions, Financial Stewardship, Attractive Marketplace, Global Influence and Reputation, and Helping People Rise.
Wycliffe Nyamasege
Source : https://en.igihe.com/news/article/rwanda-ranked-second-in-africa-on-2025-good-governance-index
