Security and stability in Africa: 7 countries establish themselves among the most peaceful on the continent
The fruits of democratic transition
Written by Omnia Hassan
Despite the security and political challenges facing many countries on the African continent, a number of countries have succeeded in establishing themselves among the most stable and peaceful countries, benefiting from political reforms, strengthening institutions, and investing in security and development.
The latest international indicators reveal a remarkable performance by a number of countries that have managed to achieve a balance between internal stability and economic growth.
Gambia: The fruits of democratic transition
Gambia ranked fourth in Africa and 56th globally, after scoring 1,837 points, benefiting from the democratic transition the country has witnessed since 2017.
Political reforms and the avoidance of large-scale internal conflicts have contributed to strengthening stability, making it one of the most prominent successful models in West Africa.
Madagascar's geographical isolation makes all the difference
Madagascar ranked fifth in Africa and 59th globally with 1,849 points. The island's isolated location helped mitigate the impact of surrounding regional tensions, despite the country facing some limited economic and political challenges.
Namibia has enjoyed continuous stability since independence.
Namibia ranked sixth in Africa and 63rd globally with a score of 1,872 points, based on a long record of political stability since its independence in 1990.
Effective government institutions and low population density also played an important role in promoting security and stability.
Morocco: Investments in Security and Development
Ranked seventh in Africa and 65th globally, Morocco scored 1,887 points, supported by significant investments in developing security infrastructure and modernizing the economy.
These policies have contributed to maintaining internal stability despite the geopolitical challenges facing the region.
Sierra Leone and Senegal have achieved remarkable institutional successes.
Sierra Leone came in eighth place in Africa and 74th globally with a score of 1,937 points, an achievement that reflects the success of efforts to rebuild state institutions after years of civil war.
Senegal also ranked ninth in Africa and 75th globally with a score of 1,939 points, benefiting from a long history of peaceful transfer of power and stable political institutions.
Ghana is a well-established democratic model
Ghana concluded the list of the ten most peaceful countries in Africa, ranking tenth in Africa and 76th globally with a score of 1,943 points.
The countries continue to enhance their reputation as one of the most stable democracies on the continent thanks to peaceful elections, political openness and broad civic participation, making them a model of stability and development.
