Mozambique Government Effectiveness
Government Effectiveness GE.EST
Mozambique's government effectiveness was -0.61 in 2025, ranked 146th globally. This represents a 14.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Mozambique's government effectiveness stood at -0.61 in 2025, a rise of +0.10 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.61 by 2025. Mozambique ranked 146th globally.
Mozambique's Government Effectiveness score, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI), has experienced fluctuations over the past 26 years. The country's all-time peak of -0.14, achieved in 1996, indicates a relatively more effective government at that time. Conversely, the all-time trough of -0.96 in 2018 signifies a significant deterioration in governance effectiveness. As of 2025, Mozambique ranks #146 globally in this indicator, with a score of -0.61, placing it in proximity to peer countries such as Mongolia (-0.60) and Vanuatu (-0.61). These scores suggest a decline in government effectiveness since the early 2000s, with limited improvements observed in recent years. A sustained commitment to institutional reforms and anti-corruption efforts could potentially alter the trajectory of Mozambique's Government Effectiveness score, potentially leading to improved governance and economic outcomes in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Effectiveness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.57 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.61 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.61 | +0.10 | #146 |
| 2023 | -0.72 | +0.02 | #150 |
| 2022 | -0.74 | +0.07 | #152 |
| 2021 | -0.80 | +0.01 | #160 |
| 2020 | -0.81 | +0.10 | #162 |
| 2019 | -0.91 | +0.05 | #171 |
| 2018 | -0.96 | −0.00 | #171 |
| 2017 | -0.96 | −0.01 | #169 |
| 2016 | -0.95 | −0.12 | #169 |
| 2015 | -0.83 | −0.08 | #160 |
| 2014 | -0.74 | −0.11 | #154 |
| 2013 | -0.64 | +0.02 | #137 |
| 2012 | -0.65 | −0.00 | #141 |
| 2011 | -0.65 | −0.03 | #141 |
| 2010 | -0.62 | −0.02 | #136 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Mozambique matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2017. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Mozambique's government effectiveness was -0.61 in 2025. Ranked 146th globally. This represents a 14.6% increase from the previous year.
Mozambique's government effectiveness peaked at -0.14 in 1996.
The lowest government effectiveness in Mozambique was -0.96 in 2018.
Mozambique ranks 146th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GE.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Mozambique's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.61 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The government effectiveness of Mozambique in 2025 was -0.61. This ranks 146th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_mozambique_government-effectiveness,
title = {Mozambique Government Effectiveness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/mozambique/government-effectiveness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}