The World Happiness Report 2021 has rated countries based on how happy they are. The report which was published by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network rated Finland as the happiest nation in the world.
This report serves as a crucial barometer for understanding global happiness levels, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The emotional and psychological effects of the pandemic have been profound, altering our perceptions of well-being. Through this report, we can see not only how countries rank in terms of happiness but also how various factors contribute to a nation's overall happiness score.
The ninth edition of this significant report utilized several indicators to assess happiness, including life evaluations, positive emotions, and negative emotions. These metrics allow for a comprehensive view of how citizens perceive their lives and well-being, providing invaluable insights into societal trends and issues.
Below is a full list in the African category:
- Mauritius
- Libya
- Congo
- Cameroon
- Senegal
- Ghana
- Niger
- The Gambia
- Benin
- Guinea
- South Africa
- Morocco
- Algeria
- Gabon
- Burkina Faso
- Mozambique
- Nigeria
When the report hit Twitter, hundreds of people had so much to say. Legit.ng compiled some of their reactions below:
@FighterThaps said:
"I think Nigerians are more happier only because most them are based in South Africa."
@mukuk_m said:
"Zambians we are happy more than Nigerians n South Africans combined."
@wahh_massa said:
"I’ve not been truly happy since I was born. I don’t know what happiness is. That’s because I was born and live in Cameroon."
@onthe1stof4th said:
"If what Nigeria is is happy, then I really pity other countries. Like everyone is screaming at everyone here and you say that’s happiness? Ok."
@freshkid_icon said:
"There’s a saying 'ignorance is bliss.' Explains why Cameroon is here. If this list is true then my condolences to the other countries. Y’all going through a lot."
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Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that Sierra Leonean Leone, Guinea Franc, Malagasy Ariary were some of the weakest currencies on the continent. Fortunately, the naira did not make the list.
Despite the countries that own those currencies being rich in natural resources, their economies are down with a large portion of citizens wallowing in poverty.
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Joseph Omotayo writes for the human interest desk at Legit.ng. He graduated from Obafemi Awolowo University with a degree in Literature in English. He loves basketball and books. He tweets @omotayome.
Source: Legit.ng
