Nigeria Emerges World’s Most Generous Nation in Global Giving Report
Nigeria has been ranked as the most generous Country in the world, according to the latest World Giving Report released by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), an International Organisation that tracks charitable giving across the Globe.
Global Mirror News gathered that the report, based on a survey of more than 60,000 respondents across 105 Countries, examined global giving habits and the factors that influence acts of generosity. It assessed donations made to charities, religious organisations and individuals in need during 2025.
According to the findings, 61 per cent of respondents worldwide made charitable donations in 2025, representing a slight decline from 64 per cent recorded in 2024.
The study also revealed that people donated an average of one per cent of their annual income globally, although the figures differed significantly across regions. Africans were found to be among the most generous, giving an average of 1.6 per cent of their income, compared to 0.6 per cent in Europe.
Nigeria topped the global rankings, with citizens donating an average of 2.8 per cent of their income to charitable causes, religious organisations and individuals in need, making it the highest-giving nation in the survey.
The report further showed that the world’s ten most generous countries are all located in Africa and Asia, highlighting the strong culture of philanthropy across the two continents despite varying economic conditions.
Speaking on the report, CAF Managing Director, Mark Greer, said generosity is shaped by people’s values, life experiences and personal circumstances, stressing that collective efforts can strengthen communities and civil society.
“Giving is deeply personal, based on different factors including values, circumstances and experiences. By understanding these influences and how they appear around the world, we can learn what drives vibrant cultures of giving to support the resilience of civil society.
“We all have a role to play in growing giving. Encouraging conversations, and more importantly, action by individuals, charities, businesses and governments can help build stronger and more thriving civil societies,” Greer said.
Nigeria’s top ranking comes despite the country’s ongoing economic challenges, with many households facing rising living costs and financial hardship. The report suggests that even in difficult economic times, Nigerians continue to demonstrate a strong tradition of supporting charitable, religious and humanitarian causes.
