Why are Tanzanians unhappy?

Why are Tanzanians unhappy?

A really good question. It could be asked differently. If Tanzanians are incredible, are Kenyans happy? Tanzania performs poorly because the underlying conditions do not allow for an increase in happiness indicators. Tanzania ranks 131st out of 143 countries, which is due to several factors. Tanzania has a happiness score of approximately 3.69 points (on a scale of 0 to 10) in the 2023 World Happiness Report, well below the global average of approximately 5.56 points. Tanzania's poor ranking in the happiness rankings is related to economic, social, and cultural challenges that affect individual and collective well-being. Interestingly, another Mental State of the World report ranked Tanzania as one of the happiest countries in Africa and even the third happiest in the world based on mental health and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic.4 This discrepancy may be due to different measurement methods and focus areas. Kenya, however, fares somewhat better. Kenya ranks 111th out of 137 countries in the 2023 World Happiness Report. Kenya's ranking improved eight places from 2022 (119th). The assessment is based on six factors: gross domestic product per capita, life expectancy, generosity, social support, freedom in life choices, and perceptions of corruption. Despite some progress in these areas, Kenya's happiness score of approximately 4.47 (on a scale of 0 to 10) remains below the global average of 5.56, reflecting the remaining challenges in the economy, health, and governance. The happiest countries are Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, with Finland continuing to hold the top spot since 2018. Denmark ranks second, Iceland third, Sweden fourth, and Norway seventh. Nordic countries are happier because they have a good social system and guarantee their citizens healthcare, education, and economic opportunities.