Tanzania’s steady rise in global governance rankings is being credited to President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s bold reform agenda and her guiding philosophy of the “4Rs” reconciliation, resilience, reforms, and rebuilding.
According to the latest Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI), Tanzania has advanced to 78th place globally in 2025, up from 82nd in 2021, making it one of Africa’s most improved countries in governance.
The report, which assesses 120 countries worldwide, places Tanzania alongside Rwanda as the only East African nations to record significant governance progress in the past four years.
The upward trend reflects the government’s strategic investments in digital technology, institutional reforms, and open policies that have strengthened public trust and improved the country’s international profile.
Programs such as e-Government and Digital Tanzania have modernized service delivery, while the Personal Data Protection Act has reassured citizens and businesses of a secure digital environment.
“These achievements are not accidental they are the results of deliberate reforms guided by President Samia’s 4Rs philosophy,” said Ms. Sakinah Mwinyimkuu, Director of Performance Monitoring at the Prime Minister’s Office.
“By reconciling differences, building resilience, pursuing reforms, and rebuilding institutions, Tanzania has laid a solid foundation for inclusive growth.”she added
The impact of these reforms is also being felt in the economy. In the 2023/24 financial year, domestic and foreign investments grew by 21.6 percent, reaching USD 6.56 billion, reflecting renewed confidence from international investors.
As the country prepares to launch Vision 2050, expected in June 2026, the government is seeking to consolidate these gains and map out a long-term path for sustainable development.
The new vision will build on the momentum of the Fifth National Development Plan and target areas that require accelerated efforts.
The CGGI report highlighted Tanzania’s strong scores in institutional strength (95 percent), improving citizens’ quality of life (86 percent), and global reputation (83 percent), demonstrating that the country’s governance reforms are translating into real social and economic benefits.
For Tanzanians, the rise in global rankings is more than just numbers it reflects the tangible improvements in service delivery, economic opportunities, and international recognition under President Samia’s leadership.
