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Somalia remains at the top of the list of the most corrupt countries in the world, according to the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released by Transparency International. The index, which evaluates 180 countries based on perceived levels of public sector corruption, ranked Somalia in 179th place with a score of 9 out of 100, marking a two-point decline since 2023…
Somalia has consistently been among the most corrupt nations globally. From 2007 to 2020, it held the lowest position on the CPI for 13 consecutive years. In 2022, it was ranked as the most corrupt country in the world with a score of 12, showing slight improvement, but it has since declined again in 2024.
The results highlight the long-standing challenges of state failure, weak institutions, and systemic corruption that have plagued Somalia for decades. Despite the government’s commitment to reforms, little progress has been made in combating embezzlement, mismanagement, and the lack of accountability within state institutions.
Transparency International emphasized that corruption remains one of the biggest obstacles to stability, economic recovery, and public trust in Somalia. The country’s judicial and law enforcement systems lack the capacity to hold corrupt officials accountable, perpetuating a culture of impunity, “Corruption undermines global progress,” Transparency International stated in its report. “It poses a challenge to development, exacerbates inequality, and hinders efforts to combat climate change.”
Security sectors have been particularly affected, with reports of frequent misappropriation of funds intended for counter-terrorism operations. Transparency International noted that corruption in fragile states like Somalia worsens existing instability, further delaying internal security.
Somalia is not alone in its struggle. South Sudan remains the most corrupt country globally, ranking 180th with a score of 8. Widespread corruption in these nations is fueled by state fragility, economic instability, and governance failures.
Ethiopia and Kenya fare slightly better but continue to grapple with corruption in public procurement, political processes, and law enforcement. Ongoing conflicts have undermined Ethiopia’s recent anti-corruption efforts, while Kenya’s anti-corruption agencies face challenges in implementing reforms amid political resistance.
