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Mo Ibrahim Index reveals divergent governance trends in Africa

Mo Ibrahim Foundation Ibrahim Index of African Governance African economic development democratic decline African infrastructure

The 2026 Ibrahim Index of African Governance (IIAG), covering the decade from 2016 to 2025, highlights a significant paradox across the continent: while economic and human development have improved, security, the rule of law, and democratic participation have declined.

According to the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, 44 countries, representing 68% of Africa's population, saw improvements in economic opportunities. The most notable progress occurred in infrastructure, specifically regarding internet access, mobile connectivity, and electricity. Improvements were also noted in health and education sectors.

However, these gains are offset by a deterioration in political rights and security. In 34 countries, there were setbacks in the rule of law, and 31 countries saw a decline in political participation, rights, and inclusion. Notably, 25 countries experienced simultaneous economic growth and a decline in security and legal protections.

In the latest rankings, Seychelles maintains the top position, while Morocco has entered the top ten, replacing Tunisia. South Africa remains in the top five despite an accelerated deterioration in its governance scores. The report warns that the rise of authoritarian-style leadership globally may be influencing African leaders to bypass democratic accountability.

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Algeria · Ibrahim Index of African Governance · Mo Ibrahim · Mo Ibrahim Foundation · Morocco · Rand Merchant Bank · Seychelles · South Africa

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Afrikas Wirtschaft legt zu – Sicherheit und Rechte schwinden [www.watson.ch]
Gouvernance en Afrique : les avancées économiques et humaines masquent un recul démocratique, selon l’indice Ibrahim 2026 [africapresse.com]
Africa suffering in strongmen era, Mo Ibrahim warns [chronicle.ng]
Mozambique slips in Ibrahim Governance Index, ranks among African countries with 'Increasing Deterioration' [clubofmozambique.com]
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Africa suffering in 'strongmen' era, says governance watchdog Mo Ibrahim [www.jamaicaobserver.com]
Africa Governance: Morocco Knocks Tunisia Out of the Ibrahim Index 2026 Top 10 [www.tunisiaonlinenews.com]
Indice Ibrahim 2026 : Légère amélioration de la gouvernance en Afrique [www.lejecos.com]
Afrikas Wirtschaft: Zehn Jahre Aufschwung und Herausforderungen [www.vol.at]
Gouvernance africaine et libertés [afrikactus.com]
Mo Ibrahim Warns African Leaders Are Increasingly Turning Toward Authoritarian Rule – Axadle [axadletimes.com]
Enseignement supérieur : Le Top 10 des meilleures universités africaines et le défi de la République du Congo - Le Congo d'Abord! [ekolo242.cg]