São Toméan Scorecard
Country profile
Sao Tome and Principe is an island nation in the Gulf of Guinea off the western coast of Central Africa, known for its tropical rainforests, volcanic peaks, and rich biodiversity. It has a population of 0.2 million, a population growth rate of 2.00%, and a median age of 19.05 years.
Its history includes a period as a Portuguese colony that has influenced its language, religion, and cultural traditions.
Today, Sao Tome and Principe is focused on sustainable tourism and economic development while preserving its unique natural and cultural heritage.
Its capital city is São Tomé.
How does Sao Tome and Principe compare to other countries?
Sao Tome and Principe
Bahamas
ItalyEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in Sao Tome and Principe improved by 1.9% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Sao Tome and Principe improved by 117.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Unemployment Rate in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 1.1% from 2023 to 2024
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Inflation Rate in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 18.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Income Inequality in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 32.1% from 2010 to 2017
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in Sao Tome and Principe improved by 0.7% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in Sao Tome and Principe improved by 4.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022
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Suicide Mortality Rate in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 3.6% from 2020 to 2021
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Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 81.0% from 2012 to 2017
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Governance and Security
Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023
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Control of Corruption in Sao Tome and Principe improved by 16.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Government Effectiveness in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 8.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 9.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 9.0% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 1.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Sao Tome and Principe worsened by 26.2% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption in Sao Tome and Principe improved by 4.2% from 2021 to 2022