Equatorial Guinea Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Equatorial Guinea's control of corruption was -1.60 in 2025, ranked 199th globally. This represents a 2.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Equatorial Guinea's control of corruption stood at -1.60 in 2025, a decline of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.60 by 2025. Equatorial Guinea ranked 199th globally.
Equatorial Guinea has struggled with control of corruption, ranking 199th globally with a score of -1.60 according to the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators. This score has fluctuated over the past 26 years, with a peak of -1.19 reached in 1998 and a trough of -1.65 in 2017. The country's performance is comparable to that of Myanmar, which also ranks -1.59, and Burundi, which ranks -1.58. Equatorial Guinea's control of corruption score has generally trended downward, indicating a worsening situation. A significant improvement is unlikely without substantial reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in government and business practices. If the country's politicians and leaders prioritize good governance and anti-corruption efforts, a reversal of this trend could potentially occur, leading to a more stable and prosperous future for Equatorial Guinea.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.61 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.60 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.60 | −0.03 | #199 |
| 2023 | -1.57 | +0.03 | #198 |
| 2022 | -1.60 | −0.01 | #198 |
| 2021 | -1.59 | −0.05 | #197 |
| 2020 | -1.54 | +0.02 | #195 |
| 2019 | -1.56 | −0.02 | #197 |
| 2018 | -1.54 | +0.10 | #197 |
| 2017 | -1.65 | −0.04 | #201 |
| 2016 | -1.60 | −0.03 | #200 |
| 2015 | -1.57 | −0.03 | #200 |
| 2014 | -1.54 | −0.22 | #196 |
| 2013 | -1.32 | −0.08 | #190 |
| 2012 | -1.24 | −0.01 | #182 |
| 2011 | -1.23 | +0.01 | #184 |
| 2010 | -1.23 | −0.01 | #186 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Equatorial Guinea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Equatorial Guinea's control of corruption was -1.60 in 2025. Ranked 199th globally. This represents a 2.1% decrease from the previous year.
Equatorial Guinea's control of corruption peaked at -1.19 in 1998.
The lowest control of corruption in Equatorial Guinea was -1.65 in 2017.
Equatorial Guinea ranks 199th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Equatorial Guinea's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.60 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Equatorial Guinea in 2025 was -1.60. This ranks 199th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Equatorial Guinea Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/equatorial-guinea/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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