These countries performed strongly across the GPI’s three core indicators:
societal safety & security, ongoing conflict, and militarisation.
Rank Country GPI Score Global Rank
1 Mauritius 1.59 26
2 Botswana 1.74 43
3 Namibia 1.79 50
4 The Gambia 1.86 55
5 Sierra Leone 1.89 57
6 Madagascar 1.90 59
7 Ghana 1.90 61
8 Zambia 1.91 64
9 Senegal 1.94 69
10 Liberia 1.94 70
Why These Countries Lead in Peace
Mauritius
Africa’s most peaceful nation, credited to stable democratic governance, minimal conflict, and high societal safety.
Botswana & Namibia
Both maintain strong institutions, low corruption, and consistently low militarisation.
The Gambia
Continues to benefit from democratic reforms and peaceful political transitions.
West African Performers
Sierra Leone, Ghana, Senegal, and Liberia show notable progress in governance, reconciliation, and internal security.
Madagascar & Zambia
Despite broader regional insecurity, both countries demonstrate improving peace indicators and steady political environments.
Conclusion
While Africa continues to grapple with pockets of unrest, these top-performing nations offer examples of how strong governance, low militarisation, and commitment to national stability can foster long-term peace. Their progress underscores the continent’s potential to rise above security challenges and strengthen resilience in an increasingly unstable world.
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