Uganda Voice and Accountability
Voice and Accountability VA.EST
Uganda's voice and accountability was -0.81 in 2025, ranked 150th globally. This represents a 16.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Uganda's voice and accountability stood at -0.81 in 2025, a decline of +0.11 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.81 by 2025. Uganda ranked 150th globally.
Uganda’s Voice and Accountability score has risen modestly over the 26‑year series, moving from a low of –0.89 in 1996 to –0.81 in 2025, placing the country at 150th in the global ranking. The most favorable reading occurred in 2006 when the index reached –0.45, a notable improvement from the all‑time trough of –0.99 recorded in 2000, suggesting periods of expanded civil liberties and more responsive institutions. Compared with peers, Uganda shares its 2025 score of –0.81 with Togo and Gabon, while Jordan trails slightly at –0.85 and Comoros matches the earlier low of –0.89. The gradual upward shift reflects limited but persistent reforms in media freedom, electoral processes and public participation, yet the score remains well below the neutral midpoint of zero, indicating that substantive gaps persist. Continued investment in transparent governance, independent judiciary mechanisms and inclusive political dialogue could accelerate progress and lift Uganda’s Voice and Accountability trajectory beyond its current plateau.
Data & projection
| Year | Voice and Accountability | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | -0.83 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.81 | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.81 | −0.11 | #150 |
| 2023 | -0.70 | +0.10 | #141 |
| 2022 | -0.80 | +0.02 | #147 |
| 2021 | -0.82 | −0.11 | #150 |
| 2020 | -0.71 | −0.07 | #142 |
| 2019 | -0.65 | +0.04 | #143 |
| 2018 | -0.68 | −0.09 | #143 |
| 2017 | -0.59 | +0.06 | #138 |
| 2016 | -0.65 | −0.08 | #143 |
| 2015 | -0.57 | +0.02 | #142 |
| 2014 | -0.59 | −0.03 | #140 |
| 2013 | -0.55 | −0.06 | #142 |
| 2012 | -0.49 | +0.03 | #137 |
| 2011 | -0.53 | −0.01 | #139 |
| 2010 | -0.52 | −0.01 | #139 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uganda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw voice and accountability improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda's voice and accountability was -0.81 in 2025. Ranked 150th globally. This represents a 16.4% decrease from the previous year.
Uganda's voice and accountability peaked at -0.45 in 2006.
The lowest voice and accountability in Uganda was -0.99 in 2000.
Uganda ranks 150th globally in voice and accountability as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is VA.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Uganda's voice and accountability is projected to reach -0.81 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The voice and accountability of Uganda in 2025 was -0.81. This ranks 150th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uganda_voice-accountability,
title = {Uganda Voice and Accountability},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uganda/voice-accountability/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}