Global Innovation Index 2021: Mauritius maintains 1st place in Africa

Article Published on November 12, 2021

The Global Innovation Index (GII) assesses the innovation landscape of some 130 countries and ranks them based on their annual performance. Co-published by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), Cornell University of New York and Institut Européen d’Administration des Affaires, this year’s report - released on 20 September 2021 - concluded on a steadfast and resistant global economy when it comes to innovative capacity.

Mauritius has ranked at a commendable 52nd position globally (2020: 52nd worldwide), ranking highest in the Sub-Saharan region in the following indicators:

• Institutions (21st ),
• Infrastructure (65th) and
• Creative outputs (31st)

As such, the country maintains its first position on the African continent.

Access the GII 2021 Report here