Dream Countries for Expats: The Top Territories to Settle in 2026

According to the 2026 Global Relocation Index published by Rumavi, Mauritius is the only African country in the top 50 worldwide, ranking 38th with 67.1 points, mainly due to its strong financial pillar rated at 80.2. Seychelles stands out for its favorable tax system, scoring 78 for income tax and 80 for foreign income treatment, ranking 62nd. Botswana is the leading African country on the list, placed 71st with 91 points for housing accessibility and cost of living. Cape Verde and Namibia each score 90 points for non-resident property rights, but their healthcare systems and digital infrastructure lower their overall scores.