Tunisia Ranks 4th in Africa and 67th Globally in Digital Fraud Protection
In the face of a global surge in online fraud, Tunisia is standing out. According to a report published on October 9, 2025, by the Sumsub platform in collaboration with Statista, the country ranks 4th in Africa and 67th out of 112 evaluated countries worldwide for its level of protection against digital fraud.
Methodology
The study is based on over one million daily checks and data from organizations such as the World Bank. The ranking is based on the "fraud triangle" model, which combines three factors: pressure, opportunity, and rationalization. Four key indicators make up the overall score:
- Fraudulent activities (50%)
- Accessibility of resources (20%)
- Government intervention (20%)
- Economic health (10%)
Regional Ranking
In Africa, Mauritius leads the way (22nd globally, 1.8 points), followed by Botswana (46th) and Morocco (50th). Tunisia, with its 67th global ranking, precedes several major African economies, including South Africa (74th), Egypt (79th), and Algeria (90th). This ranking highlights Tunisia's digital resilience, driven by increasing institutional vigilance despite limited material means.
Global Comparison
At the regional level, the average African score is 3.84 points, compared to 2.79 points for the global average, showing that the continent remains the most exposed to digital fraud. The best-protected countries globally are European: Luxembourg, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and the Netherlands occupy the top spots in the ranking.
Key Takeaways
- Tunisia's 67th global ranking demonstrates its commitment to protecting against digital fraud
- The country's digital resilience is driven by increasing institutional vigilance
- Africa remains the most exposed continent to digital fraud, with an average score of 3.84 points
- European countries lead the way in digital fraud protection, with Luxembourg, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and the Netherlands ranking highest.
