South Africa: Judicial constraints on executive

The latest value from 2024 is 0.914 index points, an increase from 0.86 index points in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 0.567 index points, based on data from 171 countries. Historically, the average for South Africa from 1960 to 2024 is 0.599 index points. The minimum value, 0.376 index points, was reached in 1960 while the maximum of 0.914 index points was recorded in 2024. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: The extent to which the executive branch respects the constitution and complies with court rulings and the extent to which the judiciary can act in an independent fashion.