As of 2023, Egypt was considered the best country in Africa based on its performance in key attributes, namely adventure, agility, cultural influence, entrepreneurship, heritage, movers, open for business, power, social purpose, and quality of life. The country ranked as the 34th best country in the world. In terms of heritage, which measures how a country is culturally accessible, has a rich history, great food, and many cultural and geographical attractions, Egypt was the seventh best country in the world.
Furthermore, Morocco and South Africa were the second and third best African countries, placing 40th th and 46th in the global ranking.
Best countries in Africa as of 2023, by their position in global ranking
The source adds the following information: - "The rankings project is based on how global perceptions define countries in terms of a number of qualitative characteristics - impressions that have the potential to drive trade, travel and investment and directly affect national economies. The 2023 analysis covers perceptions of 87 nations."
- "Attributes were grouped into 10 sub-rankings that rolled into the Best Countries ranking: Adventure, Agility, Cultural Influence, Entrepreneurship, Heritage, Movers, Open for Business, Power, Social Purpose and Quality of Life."
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