Nicaragua Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Nicaragua's voice and accountability was -1.58 in 2025, ranked 194th globally. This represents a 13.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Nicaragua's voice and accountability stood at -1.58 in 2025, a decline of +0.19 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.58 by 2025. Nicaragua ranked 194th globally.
Nicaragua’s Voice and Accountability score has fallen sharply over the 26‑year series, slipping from a modest 0.05 in 1996 to a pronounced deficit of –1.58 in 2025, the lowest rating among 194 economies and the all‑time trough for the series. The brief peak of 0.16 in 2003 marked the only moment the indicator rose above zero, suggesting a fleeting improvement in the openness of political participation, media freedom and civil liberties before a long‑term decline set in. By contrast, peer states with similarly low rankings such as Equatorial Guinea (–1.55) and Turkmenistan (–1.72) illustrate a regional pattern of constrained civic space. The persistent downward trajectory reflects cumulative restrictions on dissent, limited press independence and weakened mechanisms for public accountability. If reforms that enhance electoral transparency, protect journalists and expand citizen engagement are implemented, the negative trend could be reversed, allowing Nicaragua to move gradually toward a higher Voice and Accountability rating.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -1.66 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -1.58 | - | - |
| 2025 | -1.58 | −0.19 | #194 |
| 2023 | -1.39 | −0.04 | #179 |
| 2022 | -1.35 | −0.06 | #178 |
| 2021 | -1.29 | −0.19 | #172 |
| 2020 | -1.10 | +0.00 | #164 |
| 2019 | -1.10 | +0.00 | #164 |
| 2018 | -1.10 | −0.38 | #164 |
| 2017 | -0.72 | −0.04 | #147 |
| 2016 | -0.68 | −0.27 | #144 |
| 2015 | -0.41 | −0.02 | #135 |
| 2014 | -0.40 | +0.06 | #131 |
| 2013 | -0.46 | +0.08 | #136 |
| 2012 | -0.54 | +0.04 | #140 |
| 2011 | -0.58 | −0.10 | #142 |
| 2010 | -0.48 | −0.04 | #134 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Nicaragua matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Nicaragua's voice and accountability was -1.58 in 2025. Ranked 194th globally. This represents a 13.6% decrease from the previous year.
Nicaragua's voice and accountability peaked at 0.16 in 2003.
The lowest voice and accountability in Nicaragua was -1.58 in 2025.
Nicaragua ranks 194th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Nicaragua's voice and accountability is projected to reach -1.58 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Nicaragua in 2025 was -1.58. This ranks 194th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_nicaragua_voice-accountability,
title = {Nicaragua Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/nicaragua/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}