Nigeria has been ranked as the world’s most generous country by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), a leading international charity organization, according to its latest global study on charitable giving.
The foundation’s World Giving Report surveyed more than 60,000 people across 105 countries to assess global giving patterns and the factors influencing generosity.
According to the report, 61 percent of respondents made donations in 2025, either directly to people in need, charities, or for religious purposes, down slightly from 64 percent in 2024.
The study found that, on average, people donated one percent of their income, although the figures varied across regions. Africans gave an average of 1.6 per cent of their income, compared with 0.6 per cent in Europe.
Nigeria topped the global rankings, with people donating an average of 2.8 percent of their income to charities, religious causes, or individuals in need.
The report also showed that the ten most generous countries are all located in Africa and Asia.
Managing Director of the Charities Aid Foundation, Mark Greer, said the actions of individuals, charities, businesses, and governments could help build stronger societies.
“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 and giving. Encouraging conversations, and more importantly, action by individuals, charities, businesses, and governments can help build stronger and more thriving civil societies.”
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