Ghana Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Ghana's control of corruption was -0.07 in 2025, ranked 96th globally. This represents a 26.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Ghana's control of corruption stood at -0.07 in 2025, a rise of +0.03 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.07 by 2025. Ghana ranked 96th globally.
Ghana’s score on the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators for Control of Corruption stood at –0.07 in 2025, placing it 96th among the 180 economies assessed. This figure marks a modest improvement from the early‑1990s low of –0.34 in 1996 and approaches the all‑time peak of 0.04 recorded in 2007, yet it remains well below the all‑time trough of –0.37 reached in 2005. Over the 26‑year coverage period, Ghana’s trajectory has oscillated between these extremes, reflecting periodic reforms and setbacks in public‑sector accountability. Compared with peers of similar ranking, Ghana’s performance aligns closely with Moldova (–0.07) and Cuba (–0.08), and is marginally weaker than Jamaica (–0.06) but stronger than Hungary (–0.09). Continued institutional strengthening, transparent procurement, and effective anti‑bribery legislation will be crucial if Ghana is to sustain the incremental gains and move the indicator further toward positive values in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.06 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.07 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.07 | +0.03 | #96 |
| 2023 | -0.10 | −0.03 | #97 |
| 2022 | -0.06 | +0.06 | #94 |
| 2021 | -0.13 | −0.00 | #100 |
| 2020 | -0.13 | −0.02 | #100 |
| 2019 | -0.11 | +0.03 | #95 |
| 2018 | -0.14 | +0.12 | #97 |
| 2017 | -0.25 | −0.08 | #107 |
| 2016 | -0.18 | +0.04 | #96 |
| 2015 | -0.21 | −0.02 | #98 |
| 2014 | -0.20 | −0.10 | #94 |
| 2013 | -0.10 | +0.03 | #88 |
| 2012 | -0.13 | −0.10 | #89 |
| 2011 | -0.03 | −0.04 | #86 |
| 2010 | 0.01 | +0.02 | #83 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Ghana matched the Currency Crisis Pattern pattern in 2023. Historically, 27% of countries showing this pattern (35 out of 128) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Ghana's control of corruption was -0.07 in 2025. Ranked 96th globally. This represents a 26.7% increase from the previous year.
Ghana's control of corruption peaked at 0.04 in 2007.
The lowest control of corruption in Ghana was -0.37 in 2005.
Ghana ranks 96th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Ghana's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.07 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Ghana in 2025 was -0.07. This ranks 96th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_ghana_control-of-corruption,
title = {Ghana Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/ghana/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}