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Lesotho Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-0.94 +0.02 (+1.6%)
Year 2025 Rank #164 Global Peak 0.05 (2003) Source World Bank WGI

Lesotho Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Lesotho's government effectiveness stood at -0.94 in 2025, a rise of +0.02 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.94 by 2025. Lesotho ranked 164th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -0.94 - -
2025* trend -0.94 - -
2025 -0.94 +0.02 #164
2023 -0.95 −0.07 #169
2022 -0.89 +0.06 #166
2021 -0.95 +0.03 #172
2020 -0.98 −0.08 #170
2019 -0.90 +0.02 #170
2018 -0.92 +0.00 #168
2017 -0.92 −0.05 #165
2016 -0.88 −0.12 #163
2015 -0.76 −0.16 #156
2014 -0.60 −0.14 #144
2013 -0.46 −0.03 #125
2012 -0.43 −0.05 #118
2011 -0.38 +0.02 #115
2010 -0.40 +0.00 #119
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 government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lesotho's government effectiveness?

Lesotho's government effectiveness was -0.94 in 2025. Ranked 164th globally. This represents a 1.6% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Lesotho?

Lesotho's government effectiveness peaked at 0.05 in 2003.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Lesotho?

The lowest government effectiveness in Lesotho was -0.98 in 2020.

How does Lesotho rank in government effectiveness?

Lesotho ranks 164th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government effectiveness?

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

What is the projected government effectiveness of Lesotho in 2025?

Lesotho's government effectiveness is projected to reach -0.94 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Lesotho in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Lesotho in 2025 was -0.94. This ranks 164th in the world.

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