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Zimbabwe Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-1.12 +0.05 (+3.9%)
Year 2025 Rank #171 Global Peak -0.32 (1996) Source World Bank WGI

Zimbabwe Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Zimbabwe's government effectiveness stood at -1.12 in 2025, a rise of +0.05 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.12 by 2025. Zimbabwe ranked 171st globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.09 - -
2025* trend -1.12 - -
2025 -1.12 +0.05 #171
2023 -1.17 +0.08 #179
2022 -1.25 +0.04 #181
2021 -1.29 +0.05 #182
2020 -1.34 −0.03 #187
2019 -1.31 −0.01 #185
2018 -1.30 −0.02 #186
2017 -1.28 −0.02 #186
2016 -1.26 −0.01 #186
2015 -1.25 +0.03 #184
2014 -1.28 +0.03 #182
2013 -1.31 +0.07 #183
2012 -1.37 +0.05 #188
2011 -1.42 +0.12 #190
2010 -1.54 +0.01 #194
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 736.1% GDP growth 1.7% Unemployment 9.4%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

Zimbabwe matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2024. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zimbabwe's government effectiveness?

Zimbabwe's government effectiveness was -1.12 in 2025. Ranked 171st globally. This represents a 3.9% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Zimbabwe?

Zimbabwe's government effectiveness peaked at -0.32 in 1996.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Zimbabwe?

The lowest government effectiveness in Zimbabwe was -1.55 in 2009.

How does Zimbabwe rank in government effectiveness?

Zimbabwe ranks 171st 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 Zimbabwe in 2025?

Zimbabwe's government effectiveness is projected to reach -1.12 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Zimbabwe in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Zimbabwe in 2025 was -1.12. This ranks 171st in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_zimbabwe_government-effectiveness, title = {Zimbabwe Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/zimbabwe/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }