Top 5 safest African countries mid-way into 2025
Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 safest African countries mid-way into 2025.
This list is courtesy of Numbeo.
Rwanda ranks number on the list.
Besides maintaining peace and order, these metrics show how stable, resilient, and prepared a country is for sustainable growth.
A low crime rate has several direct benefits, one of which is the confidence it gives investors. When making financial commitments, both small business owners and big businesses give careful thought to safety.
Businesses are more willing to invest, grow, and add employment when they are guaranteed security for their resources, employees, and clients.
This boosts tax income for the government in addition to stimulating economic growth.
A lower crime rate at the local level is associated with a higher standard of living. People are free to go about, work into the night, and let kids stroll fearlessly to school.
Safer surroundings stimulate social and economic engagement and foster inclusion, which is especially beneficial for women and other vulnerable groups.
Furthermore, sound governance and robust institutions are reflected in a high safety rating.
It implies that judicial systems operate equitably, law enforcement is efficient, and corruption is controlled. These serve as important cornerstones of democracy and progress, promoting social cohesiveness and public trust.
In terms of economics, safety lowers operating expenses. Insurance rates are cheaper, businesses pay less on private protection, and the government can focus more on infrastructure, education, and health rather than policing and dispute resolution.
Lastly, the problem of brain drain is addressed when a safe environment promotes the retention of local talent and the return of qualified individuals.
When people feel safe, they are more prone to construct their futures at home.
With that said, here are the African countries with the highest safety index, as per Numbeo.
Top 5 safest African countries mid-way into 2025
Rank Country Safety index Global rank
1. Rwanda 73.6 23rd
2. Tunisia 55.0 71st
3. Zambia 54.4 72nd
4. Sudan 54.4 74th
5. Ghana 54.2 76th
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