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Lesotho Control of Corruption

Control of Corruption  CC.EST

-0.70 −0.19 (-37.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #147 Global Peak 0.28 (2013) Source World Bank WGI

Lesotho Control of Corruption (1996–2025)

Overview

Lesotho's control of corruption stood at -0.70 in 2025, a decline of +0.19 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.70 by 2025. Lesotho ranked 147th globally.

Data & projection

Year Control of Corruption YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.80 - -
2025* trend -0.70 - -
2025 -0.70 −0.19 #147
2023 -0.51 −0.14 #133
2022 -0.37 −0.02 #118
2021 -0.35 −0.20 #115
2020 -0.14 −0.02 #102
2019 -0.12 +0.01 #97
2018 -0.14 −0.08 #96
2017 -0.06 −0.01 #89
2016 -0.05 −0.08 #89
2015 0.02 −0.18 #86
2014 0.20 −0.08 #75
2013 0.28 +0.15 #70
2012 0.13 −0.03 #77
2011 0.16 −0.03 #73
2010 0.18 +0.01 #73
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +18.0% GDP growth 2.9% C/A balance 3.9%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Lesotho matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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

What is Lesotho's control of corruption?

Lesotho's control of corruption was -0.70 in 2025. Ranked 147th globally. This represents a 37.0% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest control of corruption in Lesotho?

Lesotho's control of corruption peaked at 0.28 in 2013.

What was the lowest control of corruption in Lesotho?

The lowest control of corruption in Lesotho was -0.70 in 2025.

How does Lesotho rank in control of corruption?

Lesotho ranks 147th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for control of corruption?

The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected control of corruption of Lesotho in 2025?

Lesotho's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.70 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the control of corruption of Lesotho in 2025?

The control of corruption of Lesotho in 2025 was -0.70. This ranks 147th in the world.

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