Botswana: Political rights
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| Botswana |
Political rights index, 7 (weak) - 1 (strong) |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 2 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Measure | points |
| Data availability | 1972 - 2025 |
| Average | 2 |
| Min - Max | 1 - 3 |
| Source | The Freedom House |
The latest value from 2025 is 2 points, a decline from 3 points in 2024. In comparison, the world average is 4 points, based on data from 193 countries. Historically, the average for Botswana from 1972 to 2025 is 2 points. The minimum value, 1 points, was reached in 1989 while the maximum of 3 points was recorded in 1972.
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Definition: The Political Rights ratings from the Freedom House evaluate three categories: electoral process, political pluralism and participation, and the functioning of government. The index ranges from 1 (strong rights) to 7 (weak rights).
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rule of law | 0.39 | 2023 | points |
| Government effectiveness | 0.43 | 2023 | points |
| Control of corruption | 0.69 | 2023 | points |
| Regulatory quality | 0.50 | 2023 | points |
| Voice and accountability | 0.50 | 2023 | points |
| Political stability | 1.04 | 2023 | points |
| Corruption perceptions - Transparency International | 57 | 2024 | points |
| Political rights | 2 | 2025 | points |
| Civil liberties | 2 | 2025 | points |
| Competitiveness | 55.50 | 2019 | points |
| Cost of starting a business | 0.60 | 2019 | percent of per capita GNI |
| Shadow economy | 23.99 | 2015 | percent |
| Informal economy, MIMIC method | 31.00 | 2020 | percent |
| Informal economy, DGE method | 25.70 | 2020 | percent |