Congo, Republic of Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Congo, Republic of's voice and accountability was -1.10 in 2025, ranked 166th globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Congo, Republic of's voice and accountability stood at -1.10 in 2025, a rise of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.10 by 2025. Congo, Republic of ranked 166th globally.
The Republic of Congo's Voice and Accountability indicator has experienced fluctuations over the past 26 years. The country's score has ranged from a low of -1.47 in 1998, during a period marked by significant political instability, to a high of -0.83 in 1996 and 2003. The latter year, a period of relative stability under President Sassou Nguesso, saw the score improve slightly. However, the score dropped to -1.10 in 2025, ranking the country 166th globally in the World Bank's Governance Indicators. This score is comparable to that of the United Arab Emirates, which shares a similar rank. The country's score remains below that of its neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo, which has a score of -1.13. A sustained improvement in governance and accountability would be necessary to alter the country's trajectory and improve its ranking in the Voice and Accountability indicator.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.07 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.10 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.10 | +0.06 | #166 |
| 2023 | -1.15 | +0.05 | #165 |
| 2022 | -1.20 | +0.04 | #169 |
| 2021 | -1.24 | +0.04 | #171 |
| 2020 | -1.28 | −0.00 | #172 |
| 2019 | -1.28 | −0.08 | #173 |
| 2018 | -1.19 | −0.07 | #169 |
| 2017 | -1.12 | +0.04 | #168 |
| 2016 | -1.16 | −0.14 | #169 |
| 2015 | -1.02 | +0.09 | #158 |
| 2014 | -1.11 | +0.01 | #163 |
| 2013 | -1.12 | +0.04 | #171 |
| 2012 | -1.16 | −0.05 | #171 |
| 2011 | -1.11 | −0.05 | #170 |
| 2010 | -1.06 | +0.04 | #168 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Congo, Republic of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Congo, Republic of's voice and accountability was -1.10 in 2025. Ranked 166th globally. This represents a 4.9% increase from the previous year.
Congo, Republic of's voice and accountability peaked at -0.83 in 2003.
The lowest voice and accountability in Congo, Republic of was -1.47 in 1998.
Congo, Republic of ranks 166th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Congo, Republic of's voice and accountability is projected to reach -1.10 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Congo, Republic of in 2025 was -1.10. This ranks 166th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_congo-republic-of_voice-accountability,
title = {Congo, Republic of Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/congo-republic-of/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}