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Arab Times
6 days ago
- General
- Arab Times
Kuwait Ranked 30th Happiest Country in the World, 2nd in Gulf
KUWAIT CITY, July 7: Kuwait has secured a prominent position in the World Happiness Report 2025, published by the Centre for Well-being at Oxford University in collaboration with Gallup and the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The country ranked 30th globally and second in the Gulf region, reflecting a strong sense of well-being among its residents. The report, which draws on individuals' self-assessments of their lives using data averaged from 2022 through 2024, highlights Kuwait's progress in several key areas, including social cohesion, charitable giving, and public trust. In the Cantril Ladder—a key metric measuring life satisfaction—Kuwait claimed the 30th spot globally. The country also performed well in sub-indicators, ranking 33rd in the Global Donation Index, 46th in volunteering, and 27th in helping strangers. Regionally, the United Arab Emirates led the Gulf, ranking 21st worldwide in overall happiness, and placed 16th in donations and 19th in volunteer work. Saudi Arabia followed Kuwait, coming in 32nd globally, but trailed in civic engagement metrics, placing 48th in donations and 92nd in volunteerism. Across the wider Arab world, happiness rankings varied significantly. Libya placed 74th, Algeria 83rd, Jordan 92nd, Iraq 93rd, Lebanon 99th, Palestine 101st, Egypt 110th, Morocco 111th, Sudan 117th, Tunisia 119th, Djibouti 120th, and Mauritania 122nd. The report underlined the pivotal role of trust, generosity, and community care in fostering human well-being. It noted that interpersonal trust—particularly among strangers—had a more profound impact on happiness than either financial giving or volunteering. Kuwait's standing in the 2025 report reflects its effective balance of economic stability, quality of life, and civic engagement, positioning it as a regional leader and a model for cultivating a compassionate and resilient society.
African Manager
04-04-2025
- Business
- African Manager
Tunisia ranks 113th happiest country in 2025 Global Happiness Report
The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, in collaboration with various partners, has released its World Happiness Report 2025, ranking countries based on citizen well-being and happiness. In the 2025 rankings, Tunisia was 113th out of 147 countries globally—a slight improvement from its 115th position last year. Among African nations, it ranks 16th out of 40. The report evaluates happiness through subjective life satisfaction surveys alongside six key socioeconomic factors: social support, income, health, freedom, generosity and absence of corruption. Mauritius reclaimed its title as Africa's happiest nation (78th globally), buoyed by its tourism, agriculture, and service-driven economy. Libya, despite political instability since 2011, surged to 2nd in Africa (79th globally), followed by Algeria (84th), South Africa (95th), and Mozambique (96th). Morocco ranked just ahead of Tunisia at 112th worldwide (15th in Africa), while Egypt trailed at 135th globally (31st in Africa). Finland secured the top spot for the eighth consecutive year, attributed to strong social equality, universal healthcare, free education, low crime rates, work-life balance policies, Rounding out the top five were Denmark, Iceland, Sweden, and the Netherlands. The report highlights that social connections significantly impact happiness, irrespective of economic conditions. Households of four reported higher happiness levels, while single individuals, despite potential economic satisfaction, noted lower life fulfillment.
Saba Yemen
20-03-2025
- Health
- Saba Yemen
Finland ranked happiest country in world for eighth consecutive year
New York - Saba: Finland has been ranked as the happiest country in the world for the eighth consecutive year, according to the World Happiness Report, published today, Thursday, to mark the International Day of Happiness. The report is the result of a partnership between Gallup Poll, the Oxford Centre for Well-being Research, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. Researchers analyzed the period from 2022 to 2024. As with last year, Scandinavian countries were among the top ten, with Finland followed by Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden, while Norway ranked seventh. The Netherlands returned to the top five, while Costa Rica (6) and Mexico (10) entered the top ten for the first time. Germany improved its ranking from 24th to 22nd, while the United States dropped one place to 24th, its worst-ever ranking. Researchers identified a number of key factors that contribute to individuals' happiness, including social support, income, health freedom, and the prevalence of corruption. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
Morocco World
20-03-2025
- General
- Morocco World
Morocco Drops to 112th Position in 2025 World Happiness Index
Rabat – Morocco hit a new record low in the World Happiness Index, ranking in the 112th position worldwide in the 2025 report. Released by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network in collaboration with Gallup and the Oxford Center for Well-Being Research, this year's report edition focused 'on the impact of caring and sharing on people's happiness.' Morocco's ranking saw a five-spot drop compared to the previous year. The country ranked in the overall standings behind Ukraine, which is suffering from the ravages of the Russian war, and ahead of Tunisia (113). Algeria ranked 86th, while Mauritania ranked 114th. The World Happiness Index evaluates countries based on various indicators, including inequality, freedom, generosity, perception of corruption, and positive and negative emotions. The International Day of Happiness, celebrated annually on March 20 since 2013, coincides with the release of the yearly report. This year's findings highlight both advancements and obstacles in comprehending and fostering happiness worldwide. Finland continues its streak as the world's happiest country for the eighth consecutive year, with other Nordic nations like Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden following its lead. Read also: Morocco Maintains 1st in Maghreb, 3rd in Africa on Global Soft Power Index For the first time, Costa Rica and Mexico emerged among the top 10 positions, with Costa Rica ranking sixth while Mexico came in 10th place. Once again, Afghanistan, which has been suffering from a humanitarian catastrophe since the Taliban movement regained control of the government in 2021, remains the unhappiest country in the world. The World Happiness Report examines how happiness varies across populations, showing significant differences within and between nations. Some countries maintain relatively consistent happiness levels among their citizens, while others display wider disparities. Identifying key happiness determinants is essential for societies to work toward establishing more equitable and satisfying lives for their populations. This edition of the World Happiness Report provides meaningful perspectives on international well-being patterns, including Morocco's standing. Despite the country's overall ranking decline, examining internal differences and happiness inequalities reveals a more complex situation. Tags: happiness in Moroccohappiness indexworld happines index
Hi Dubai
14-02-2025
- Politics
- Hi Dubai
MBRSG and UN SDSN Unveil Arab Region SDG Index 2025 at World Governments Summit
The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) launched the Arab Region SDG Index and Dashboards Report 2025 on the third day of the World Governments Summit. The unveiling followed a keynote address by Professor Jeffrey Sachs, President of the UN SDSN. The report provides an updated assessment of the Arab region's progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), offering data-driven insights to enhance resilience and sustainability. Professor Sachs emphasized the region's commitment to sustainable development, stating, 'The Arab region is making an extraordinary effort to achieve the SDGs. This partnership with MBRSG ensures that the region will continue to lead in sustainable development efforts.' The 2025 report evaluates 115 indicators across all 17 SDGs, assigning scores from zero to 100, along with a traffic-light system to indicate performance levels. A special chapter in this edition examines regional resilience from a sustainability perspective. Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG, highlighted the significance of the report, stating, 'As Knowledge Partner for the World Governments Summit 2025, we aim to provide concrete data and empirical evidence to support policymakers in addressing challenges and fostering sustainability.' Key findings reveal an average regional SDG score of 60.5, with Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia, and the UAE leading in progress. However, Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and conflict-affected nations continue to face significant challenges. A new indicator measuring support for UN-based multilateralism shows that one-third of Arab countries have met this target. Dr. Fadi Salem, Director of Policy Research at MBRSG, underscored the urgency of addressing SDG 16, which focuses on peace, justice, and strong institutions. Meanwhile, Principal Researcher Lama Zakzak noted advancements in SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing), particularly in digital infrastructure and healthcare. The report serves as a strategic tool for policymakers, stakeholders, and international organizations, guiding targeted interventions to drive sustainable progress. News Source: Emirates News Agency
