Sierra Leone Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Sierra Leone's control of corruption was -0.64 in 2025, ranked 146th globally. This represents a 11.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Sierra Leone's control of corruption stood at -0.64 in 2025, a decline of +0.07 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.64 by 2025. Sierra Leone ranked 146th globally.
Sierra Leone's control of corruption has remained a persistent challenge, with the country ranking #146 globally in 2025, at a score of -0.64. The nation's performance has shown some improvement, with a peak of -0.40 in 2020, but still lags behind its peer countries, such as Lesotho, which has managed a score of -0.70. The all-time trough of -1.09 in 2005 and the earliest recorded score of -0.76 in 1996 indicate a long-standing issue. The trajectory of improvement has been slow, with a 0.16-point increase from 2005 to 2020. A continued commitment to addressing corruption and strengthening governance institutions is necessary to further improve Sierra Leone's score. A significant reduction in corruption would likely require sustained investment in transparency and accountability measures, as well as effective implementation of anti-corruption policies, which would be crucial for advancing the country's development prospects.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.68 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.64 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.64 | −0.07 | #146 |
| 2023 | -0.57 | −0.01 | #138 |
| 2022 | -0.56 | −0.10 | #134 |
| 2021 | -0.46 | −0.06 | #128 |
| 2020 | -0.40 | +0.07 | #121 |
| 2019 | -0.47 | +0.04 | #128 |
| 2018 | -0.51 | +0.08 | #129 |
| 2017 | -0.59 | +0.25 | #135 |
| 2016 | -0.84 | −0.02 | #160 |
| 2015 | -0.82 | +0.13 | #156 |
| 2014 | -0.95 | −0.04 | #169 |
| 2013 | -0.91 | +0.05 | #160 |
| 2012 | -0.96 | −0.10 | #165 |
| 2011 | -0.86 | −0.08 | #158 |
| 2010 | -0.78 | +0.16 | #153 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Sierra Leone matched the Currency Crisis Pattern pattern in 2023. Historically, 27% of countries showing this pattern (35 out of 128) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Sierra Leone's control of corruption was -0.64 in 2025. Ranked 146th globally. This represents a 11.4% decrease from the previous year.
Sierra Leone's control of corruption peaked at -0.40 in 2020.
The lowest control of corruption in Sierra Leone was -1.09 in 2005.
Sierra Leone ranks 146th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Sierra Leone's control of corruption is projected to reach -0.64 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Sierra Leone in 2025 was -0.64. This ranks 146th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_sierra-leone_control-of-corruption,
title = {Sierra Leone Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/sierra-leone/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}