Chad Rule of Law
Rule of Law RL.EST
Chad's rule of law was -1.39 in 2025, ranked 183rd globally. This represents a 2.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Chad's rule of law stood at -1.39 in 2025, a decline of +0.04 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.39 by 2025. Chad ranked 183rd globally.
Chad's rule of law performance, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has exhibited a generally downward trend over the past 26 years. With a current score of -1.39, placing it at the 183rd position globally, Chad's situation has not improved significantly since its all-time peak in 2002, when it scored -1.11. In fact, the country has even dipped below its initial score of -1.26 in 1996, hitting a trough of -1.63 in 2008. Notably, Chad's position is closer to that of Equatorial Guinea, which scored -1.42, than to Lebanon, which scored -1.35. This stagnation in governance suggests that Chad's institutions have struggled to provide a stable and predictable environment for its citizens. To reverse this trajectory, Chad would need to implement significant reforms aimed at strengthening its judiciary, reducing corruption, and improving accountability, which would require sustained commitment from its government and international partners.
Data & projection
| Year | Rule of Law | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.40 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.39 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.39 | −0.04 | #183 |
| 2023 | -1.35 | +0.02 | #187 |
| 2022 | -1.37 | −0.03 | #187 |
| 2021 | -1.34 | −0.01 | #188 |
| 2020 | -1.33 | −0.02 | #188 |
| 2019 | -1.31 | +0.02 | #190 |
| 2018 | -1.33 | −0.01 | #189 |
| 2017 | -1.32 | +0.09 | #186 |
| 2016 | -1.41 | −0.20 | #189 |
| 2015 | -1.21 | −0.06 | #186 |
| 2014 | -1.15 | +0.25 | #182 |
| 2013 | -1.40 | +0.07 | #193 |
| 2012 | -1.46 | +0.02 | #197 |
| 2011 | -1.48 | +0.03 | #198 |
| 2010 | -1.51 | +0.01 | #196 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Chad matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw rule of law improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Chad's rule of law was -1.39 in 2025. Ranked 183rd globally. This represents a 2.8% decrease from the previous year.
Chad's rule of law peaked at -1.11 in 2002.
The lowest rule of law in Chad was -1.63 in 2008.
Chad ranks 183rd globally in rule of law as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is RL.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Chad's rule of law is projected to reach -1.39 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The rule of law of Chad in 2025 was -1.39. This ranks 183rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_chad_rule-of-law,
title = {Chad Rule of Law},
url = {https://historysaid.com/chad/rule-of-law/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}