The rise, according to the latest Chandler Good Government Index report released this week, reflects a blend of strategic leadership, policy reforms and technological innovations
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has made notable progress in governance, climbing to 78th position globally in government effectiveness in 2025, up from 82nd in 2021. The leap makes the country the most improved in Africa over the period.
The rise, according to the latest Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI) report released this week, reflects a blend of strategic leadership, policy reforms, and technological innovations that have enhanced service delivery and improved investor confidence.
At the centre of these reforms is a deliberate push for digital transformation. The government has invested heavily in e-governance, with flagship initiatives such as the Digital Tanzania Project designed to improve efficiency and transparency in public services.
The enactment of the Data Protection Act has further strengthened trust in the country’s digital systems, creating a more secure environment for businesses and citizens.
Beyond technology, Tanzania has also pursued predictable policy frameworks while consolidating international partnerships with countries including Egypt, France, and Türkiye.
The report highlights that such measures have boosted international confidence, with foreign direct investment (FDI) and development loans on the rise.
“In the fiscal year ending June 2024, foreign and domestic investment surged by 21.6 percent to $6.56 billion,” the report noted.
According to the CGGI, Tanzania achieved an overall government effectiveness score of 78 percent. Areas of particularly strong performance included robust institutions (95 percent), helping people rise (86 percent), global influence and reputation (83 percent), strong laws and policies (80 percent), and an attractive marketplace (77 percent).
However, the report revealed that only two East African nations recorded improvements in government effectiveness between 2021 and 2025—Tanzania and Rwanda.
Commenting on the findings, Ms Sakina Mwinyimkuu, Director of Performance Monitoring and Evaluation at the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, and Coordination), emphasised the importance of systematic progress tracking.
“We monitor policies, programmes, and projects to ensure they deliver real impact,” she said.
Ms Mwinyimkuu attributed Tanzania’s gains in part to consistent and stable leadership. She noted that President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s smooth transition to office in 2021, following the passing of John Magufuli, set the stage for reforms aimed at strengthening democracy, transparency, and inclusivity.
“Since taking office, the President has prioritised reconciliation, rebuilding trust, and opening political space. Opposition parties were brought to the table to discuss equal participation, which has fostered stability and reduced political tensions compared with other countries in the region,” she explained.
She added that President Hassan’s governance philosophy is anchored in the “4Rs”: Reconciliation, Resilience, Reforms, and Rebuilding—principles that continue to shape government priorities. The official also underscored the strategic planning underway to sustain progress.
“We are in the process of finalising a new National Vision 2050 by June 2026. In the meantime, we monitor key indicators under the five-year development plans, identify performance gaps, and recommend areas requiring additional effort,” Ms Mwinyimkuu said.
The CGGI findings place Tanzania on a stronger footing regionally and globally, signalling not only enhanced governance but also growing potential as an investment destination.
