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Equatorial Guinea Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-1.47 −0.15 (-11.1%)
Year 2025 Rank #187 Global Peak -0.96 (1996) Source World Bank WGI

Equatorial Guinea Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Equatorial Guinea's government effectiveness stood at -1.47 in 2025, a decline of +0.15 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.47 by 2025. Equatorial Guinea ranked 187th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.53 - -
2025* trend -1.47 - -
2025 -1.47 −0.15 #187
2023 -1.32 −0.02 #183
2022 -1.30 −0.11 #183
2021 -1.18 +0.03 #180
2020 -1.22 −0.17 #182
2019 -1.04 +0.15 #175
2018 -1.20 −0.02 #182
2017 -1.17 −0.01 #180
2016 -1.16 +0.01 #182
2015 -1.18 −0.02 #179
2014 -1.16 +0.19 #176
2013 -1.36 −0.10 #185
2012 -1.25 +0.00 #181
2011 -1.26 −0.00 #185
2010 -1.26 +0.00 #185
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +3192.5% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 6.6%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Equatorial Guinea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Equatorial Guinea's government effectiveness?

Equatorial Guinea's government effectiveness was -1.47 in 2025. Ranked 187th globally. This represents a 11.1% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Equatorial Guinea?

Equatorial Guinea's government effectiveness peaked at -0.96 in 1996.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Equatorial Guinea?

The lowest government effectiveness in Equatorial Guinea was -1.47 in 2025.

How does Equatorial Guinea rank in government effectiveness?

Equatorial Guinea ranks 187th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government effectiveness?

The World Bank indicator code is GE.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected government effectiveness of Equatorial Guinea in 2025?

Equatorial Guinea's government effectiveness is projected to reach -1.47 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Equatorial Guinea in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Equatorial Guinea in 2025 was -1.47. This ranks 187th in the world.

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