Somali Scorecard
Country profile
Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa, with the longest coastline on the continent and a cultural heritage rooted in nomadic traditions and ancient trade networks. It has a population of 18.4 million, a population growth rate of 3.08%, and a median age of 15.45 years.
Its history includes the rise of powerful city-states and sultanates, as well as periods of colonial influence that have all left lasting imprints on its traditions.
Today, Somalia is in a process of rebuilding its institutions and cultural life while drawing on centuries-old traditions of poetry, music, and communal solidarity.
Its capital city is Mogadishu.
How does Somalia compare to other countries?
Somalia
Dominica
GabonEconomic Development
GDP per Capita (PPP) in Somalia improved by 4.7% from 2022 to 2023
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GDP Growth in Somalia improved by 54.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Unemployment Rate in Somalia improved by 0.4% from 2023 to 2024
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Health and Social Development
Life Expectancy in Somalia improved by 9.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Infant Mortality Rate in Somalia improved by 24.6% from 2022 to 2023
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Insufficient data to determine improvement.
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Suicide Mortality Rate in Somalia improved by 1.0% from 2020 to 2021
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World Happiness Report in Somalia improved by 0.9% from 2022 to 2023
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Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024
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Education
Insufficient data to determine improvement.
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Governance and Security
Corruption Perception in Somalia worsened by 8.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Control of Corruption in Somalia improved by 3.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Government Effectiveness in Somalia improved by 2.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Political Stability in Somalia improved by 2.1% from 2022 to 2023
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Rule of Law in Somalia improved by 3.3% from 2022 to 2023
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Voice and Accountability in Somalia improved by 0.4% from 2022 to 2023
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Environmental Sustainability and Energy
CO2 Emissions per Capita showed no change from 2022 to 2023
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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Somalia worsened by 7.4% from 2019 to 2020
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Renewable Energy Consumption showed no change from 2021 to 2022