Index
In the case of Guinea Bissau, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 22 index points, from 23 in 1995 to 45 in 2024.
Guinea Bissau
Compared globally, Guinea Bissau’s baseline safety index value falls within the lowest quartile of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Equity dimension has decreased over 2006-2010, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Guinea Bissau is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a riverine flood in 2010 (affecting 3% of the population) and bacterial diseases in 2005 and 2008.
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Guinea Bissau against other countries in the region of Sub-Saharan Africa.