South Sudan ranks as one of the world’s most corrupt nations in the Corruption Perception Index 2025, scoring just 9 out of 100, according to Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) published on Tuesday. Years of conflict, weak institutions, and limited accountability have contributed to entrenched corruption, affecting governance, public services, and humanitarian aid delivery in the country.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 11, 2026 11:31 UTC