Countries with the Highest Youth Unemployment (2026) (2025)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2025
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Djibouti leads with youth unemployment (%) of 76.8%.
South Africa ranks #2 at 59.9%.
Eswatini ranks #3 at 54.3%.
Libya ranks #4 at 50.1%.
Botswana ranks #5 at 46.0%.
Top 25 Countries by Youth Unemployment (%)
| # | Country | Youth Unemployment (%) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Djibouti | 76.8% | 2025 |
| 2 |  South Africa | 59.9% | 2025 |
| 3 |  Eswatini | 54.3% | 2025 |
| 4 |  Libya | 50.1% | 2025 |
| 5 |  Botswana | 46.0% | 2025 |
| 6 |  St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 41.9% | 2025 |
| 7 |  Congo, Rep. | 40.5% | 2025 |
| 8 |  Jordan | 38.9% | 2025 |
| 9 |  Tunisia | 38.1% | 2025 |
| 10 |  Namibia | 38.0% | 2025 |
| 11 |  Haiti | 37.5% | 2025 |
| 12 |  French Polynesia | 36.6% | 2025 |
| 13 |  Gabon | 36.3% | 2025 |
| 14 |  West Bank and Gaza | 36.1% | 2022 |
| 15 |  Somalia, Fed. Rep. | 34.2% | 2025 |
| 16 |  New Caledonia | 33.1% | 2025 |
| 17 |  Syrian Arab Republic | 33.1% | 2025 |
| 18 |  Yemen, Rep. | 32.6% | 2025 |
| 19 |  Iraq | 32.0% | 2025 |
| 20 |  Georgia | 30.3% | 2025 |
| 21 |  Algeria | 29.4% | 2025 |
| 22 |  North Macedonia | 28.8% | 2025 |
| 23 |  Cabo Verde | 28.4% | 2025 |
| 24 |  Bosnia and Herzegovina | 28.2% | 2025 |
| 25 |  Angola | 27.2% | 2025 |
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FAQ
What is the highest youth unemployment (%) in 2025?
Djibouti has the highest youth unemployment (%) at 76.8% 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.