Kenya Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Kenya's control of corruption was -0.71 in 2025, ranked 148th globally. This represents a 7.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Kenya's control of corruption stood at -0.71 in 2025, a rise of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.71 by 2025. Kenya ranked 148th globally.
Kenya’s control‑of‑corruption score on the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators has risen from a low of –1.16 in 1996 to a recent –0.71 in 2025, marking the best performance recorded in the 26‑year series and placing the country 148th worldwide. The all‑time trough of –1.17 occurred in 1998, after which a gradual improvement is evident, albeit the score remains well below the neutral midpoint of zero. Compared with peers of similar rank, Kenya’s 2025 figure of –0.71 is marginally weaker than Lesotho’s –0.70 and slightly better than Ecuador’s –0.74, suggesting that regional and cross‑regional benchmarks are converging around comparable levels of perceived corruption control. The upward trajectory reflects reforms such as the establishment of the Ethics and Anti‑Corruption Commission and increased public‑sector transparency initiatives, yet the persistent negative rating indicates that substantial gaps remain. Continued strengthening of institutional capacity and enforcement mechanisms will be crucial to push the index into positive territory and sustain further progress.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.70 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.71 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.71 | +0.06 | #148 |
| 2023 | -0.77 | −0.01 | #153 |
| 2022 | -0.76 | −0.02 | #153 |
| 2021 | -0.73 | +0.14 | #149 |
| 2020 | -0.88 | −0.07 | #160 |
| 2019 | -0.81 | +0.06 | #153 |
| 2018 | -0.86 | +0.11 | #162 |
| 2017 | -0.97 | −0.06 | #172 |
| 2016 | -0.91 | +0.12 | #169 |
| 2015 | -1.03 | −0.09 | #174 |
| 2014 | -0.94 | +0.10 | #168 |
| 2013 | -1.04 | +0.06 | #171 |
| 2012 | -1.10 | −0.14 | #175 |
| 2011 | -0.96 | −0.05 | #163 |
| 2010 | -0.91 | +0.16 | #161 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Kenya matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Kenya's control of corruption was -0.71 in 2025. Ranked 148th globally. This represents a 7.3% increase from the previous year.
Kenya's control of corruption peaked at -0.71 in 2025.
The lowest control of corruption in Kenya was -1.17 in 1998.
Kenya ranks 148th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Kenya's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.71 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Kenya in 2025 was -0.71. This ranks 148th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_kenya_control-of-corruption,
title = {Kenya Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/kenya/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}