Zimbabwe ranks 122nd in global rule of law index
The country's score improved by less than 1% to 0.40 on the 2026 World Justice Project index.
Zimbabwe was ranked 122nd out of 143 countries in the 2026 World Justice Project Rule of Law Index, released on Wednesday. The country achieved a score of 0.40, representing a less than 1% improvement from the previous year.
The index noted persistent weaknesses in government accountability, fundamental rights, and regulatory enforcement in Zimbabwe. Despite the marginal score increase, the nation remains poorly positioned globally in terms of the rule of law.
The World Justice Project report covers 143 countries worldwide.
Why it mattersZimbabweans are affected by the country's low ranking in the global rule of law index, which indicates weaknesses in government accountability and fundamental rights.