Countries with the Highest Male Unemployment (2025)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2025
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Eswatini leads with male unemployment (%) of 32.5%.
South Africa ranks #2 at 31.0%.
Djibouti ranks #3 at 21.8%.
Botswana ranks #4 at 21.5%.
West Bank and Gaza ranks #5 at 20.2%.
Top 25 Countries by Male Unemployment (%)
| # | Country | Male Unemployment (%) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Eswatini | 32.5% | 2025 |
| 2 |  South Africa | 31.0% | 2025 |
| 3 |  Djibouti | 21.8% | 2025 |
| 4 |  Botswana | 21.5% | 2025 |
| 5 |  West Bank and Gaza | 20.2% | 2022 |
| 6 |  Namibia | 20.1% | 2025 |
| 7 |  St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 19.5% | 2025 |
| 8 |  Congo, Rep. | 18.7% | 2025 |
| 9 |  Somalia, Fed. Rep. | 16.4% | 2025 |
| 10 |  Yemen, Rep. | 16.3% | 2025 |
| 11 |  Libya | 15.5% | 2025 |
| 12 |  Jordan | 14.9% | 2025 |
| 13 |  Lesotho | 14.7% | 2025 |
| 14 |  Gabon | 14.5% | 2025 |
| 15 |  Angola | 14.0% | 2025 |
| 16 |  Georgia | 13.4% | 2025 |
| 17 |  Iraq | 13.3% | 2025 |
| 18 |  North Macedonia | 13.1% | 2025 |
| 19 |  Montenegro | 13.0% | 2025 |
| 20 |  Tunisia | 12.8% | 2025 |
| 21 |  Afghanistan | 12.5% | 2025 |
| 22 |  Cabo Verde | 12.4% | 2025 |
| 23 |  Haiti | 12.3% | 2025 |
| 24 |  Armenia | 12.1% | 2025 |
| 25 |  South Sudan | 11.2% | 2023 |
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FAQ
What is the highest male unemployment (%) in 2025?
Eswatini has the highest male unemployment (%) at 32.5% in 2025.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 187 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.