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Sierra Leone Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

-1.17 −0.02 (-1.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #175 Global Peak -1.06 (2020) Source World Bank WGI

Sierra Leone Government Effectiveness (1996–2025)

Overview

Sierra Leone's government effectiveness stood at -1.17 in 2025, a decline of +0.02 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.17 by 2025. Sierra Leone ranked 175th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.18 - -
2025* trend -1.17 - -
2025 -1.17 −0.02 #175
2023 -1.16 +0.01 #178
2022 -1.17 −0.02 #180
2021 -1.15 −0.09 #179
2020 -1.06 +0.11 #177
2019 -1.17 +0.02 #181
2018 -1.19 +0.03 #181
2017 -1.22 +0.01 #183
2016 -1.23 +0.06 #183
2015 -1.28 −0.04 #185
2014 -1.25 −0.03 #180
2013 -1.22 +0.00 #178
2012 -1.22 −0.03 #180
2011 -1.19 +0.02 #180
2010 -1.21 −0.01 #181
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Currency Crisis Pattern
Rapid currency depreciation (>30% YoY) combined with reserve drawdown and inflation surge. Often precedes emergency rate hikes.
Inflation 47.6% Reserves YoY -20.6% FX YoY +51.7%
Occurred 128 times, 35 successful
Inflation
133.5%
Reserves YoY
-48.5%
FX YoY
+126.8%
Inflation
38.1%
Reserves YoY
-30.4%
FX YoY
+33.2%
Inflation
221.3%
Reserves YoY
-15.4%
FX YoY
+820.4%
Inflation
47.6%
Reserves YoY
-20.6%
FX YoY
+51.7%
Inflation
667.4%
Reserves YoY
-80.7%
FX YoY
+835.9%
Inflation
31.3%
Reserves YoY
-47.5%
FX YoY
+42.5%
24 mo later
22.8%

Analysis

Sierra Leone matched the Currency Crisis Pattern pattern in 2023. Historically, 27% of countries showing this pattern (35 out of 128) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sierra Leone's government effectiveness?

Sierra Leone's government effectiveness was -1.17 in 2025. Ranked 175th globally. This represents a 1.3% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in Sierra Leone?

Sierra Leone's government effectiveness peaked at -1.06 in 2020.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in Sierra Leone?

The lowest government effectiveness in Sierra Leone was -1.63 in 2002.

How does Sierra Leone rank in government effectiveness?

Sierra Leone ranks 175th 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 Sierra Leone in 2025?

Sierra Leone's government effectiveness is projected to reach -1.17 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of Sierra Leone in 2025?

The government effectiveness of Sierra Leone in 2025 was -1.17. This ranks 175th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_sierra-leone_government-effectiveness, title = {Sierra Leone Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/sierra-leone/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }