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South Africa Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.42 −0.17 (-64.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #129 Global Peak 1.02 (1996) Source World Bank WGI

South Africa Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

South Africa's government effectiveness stood at -0.42 in 2025, a decline of +0.17 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.42 by 2025. South Africa ranked 129th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.52 - -
2025* trend -0.42 - -
2025 -0.42 −0.17 #129
2023 -0.26 −0.15 #119
2022 -0.11 −0.04 #106
2021 -0.07 −0.12 #100
2020 0.05 −0.08 #93
2019 0.13 +0.02 #82
2018 0.10 +0.03 #86
2017 0.07 −0.03 #87
2016 0.10 +0.01 #85
2015 0.09 −0.08 #87
2014 0.17 −0.14 #79
2013 0.31 +0.14 #72
2012 0.17 −0.05 #77
2011 0.22 +0.03 #75
2010 0.19 −0.12 #73
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 +14.4% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 0.0%
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

South Africa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. 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 South Africa's government effectiveness?

South Africa's government effectiveness was -0.42 in 2025. Ranked 129th globally. This represents a 64.4% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in South Africa?

South Africa's government effectiveness peaked at 1.02 in 1996.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in South Africa?

The lowest government effectiveness in South Africa was -0.42 in 2025.

How does South Africa rank in government effectiveness?

South Africa ranks 129th 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 South Africa in 2025?

South Africa's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.42 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of South Africa in 2025?

The government effectiveness of South Africa in 2025 was -0.42. This ranks 129th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_south-africa_government-effectiveness, title = {South Africa Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }