Index
In the case of the Republic of Congo, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 12 index points, from 34 in 1995 to 46 in 2024.
Republic of Congo
Compared globally, the Republic of Congo’s baseline safety index value falls within the lowest quartile of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Equity dimension has decreased over 2005-2009, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
The Republic of Congo is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of conflict in 2002 (affecting 53% of the population) and a flood in 2024 (affecting 5% of the population)
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare the Republic of Congo against other countries in the region of Sub-Saharan Africa.