Tunisia has secured the 28th position in the 2026 Democracy Perception Index (DPI), landing in a neutral zone where global positive and negative perceptions nearly cancel each other out, according to the annual barometer conducted by Nira Data in collaboration with the Alliance of Democracies Foundation.
With a score of +4, the country does not enjoy strong symbolic appeal on the world stage, nor does it suffer from a markedly unfavorable image. Its international reputation appears stable but remains largely undifferentiated, without a standout performance in terms of global perception.
The index evaluates a total of 132 countries and international institutions, asking respondents worldwide whether their perception of each entity is positive or negative.
African ranking: Ghana takes the lead
On the African continent, Tunisia ranks 6th, trailing behind several nations with stronger and more attractive international images. Ghana dominates Africa, securing the 6th spot globally. This top-tier position is attributed to its relatively stable and positive international image, bolstered by perceptions of political stability and growing diplomatic visibility.
Northern Europe sweeps global top 10
The global top 10 is overwhelmingly dominated by Northern Europe, with Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland claiming the top four spots.
Switzerland rounds out the top five, followed by Ghana, the sole African representative in the top 10. These countries are widely praised by survey respondents for their strong institutional stability and reputation for effective governance.
Sri Lanka takes 7th place, ahead of India (8th), China (9th), and Canada (10th), which completes the ranking.
