Lesotho Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Lesotho's control of corruption was -0.70 in 2025, ranked 147th globally. This represents a 37.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 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.
Lesotho’s performance on the World Bank’s Control of Corruption index has deteriorated markedly over the 26‑year series, slipping from a modestly positive score of 0.09 in 1996 to an all‑time trough of –0.70 in 2025, which places the country at rank 147 globally. The highest reading recorded was 0.28 in 2013, suggesting a brief period of relative improvement before the recent decline accelerated. Compared with regional peers, Lesotho’s 2025 score is slightly better than Kenya’s –0.71 but worse than Sierra Leone’s –0.64 and Ecuador’s –0.74, indicating that the nation remains among the lower‑performing economies in terms of corruption control. The persistent downward trajectory reflects structural challenges in governance and accountability that have not been offset by reforms since the 2013 peak. Continued strengthening of anti‑corruption institutions and greater transparency in public procurement will be essential to reverse the trend and improve Lesotho’s standing in future assessments.
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 |
Detected Pattern
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
Lesotho's control of corruption was -0.70 in 2025. Ranked 147th globally. This represents a 37.0% decrease from the previous year.
Lesotho's control of corruption peaked at 0.28 in 2013.
The lowest control of corruption in Lesotho was -0.70 in 2025.
Lesotho ranks 147th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Lesotho's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.70 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Lesotho in 2025 was -0.70. This ranks 147th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_lesotho_control-of-corruption,
title = {Lesotho Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/lesotho/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}