Global Peace Index names peaceful countries in world, Africa [FULL LIST]

The Global Peace Index, GPI, has released most peaceful countries in 163 countries.

According to the release, Iceland is first and most peaceful country in the world, while Mauritius is number one Africa most peaceful country. The country was followed by Botswana and Sierra Leone.

Nigeria and some other West African countries could not make the list due to insecurity in the region occasioned by various insurgents activities.

The 15 most peaceful countries in Africa include the following:

1. Mauritius

2. Botswana

3. Sierra Leone

4. Ghana

5. Senegal

6. Madagascar

7. Namibia

8. The Gambia

9. Zambia

10. Liberia

11. Malawi

12. Tunisia

13. Equatorial Guinea

14. Angola

15. Morocco