Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), released by Transparency International on February 11, 2025, evaluates perceived levels of public sector corruption across 180 countries and territories, using a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).

In the 2024 CPI, The Gambia has maintained its score of 37, consistent with its performance in previous years. This score places The Gambia at 98th position globally, indicating ongoing challenges in addressing public sector corruption.

Comparatively, The Gambia’s neighbors exhibit varying levels of perceived corruption. Senegal has achieved a score of 43, ranking 70th globally, reflecting a relatively better standing in terms of public sector integrity.

In contrast, Guinea-Bissau’s specific 2024 CPI score is not detailed in the available data, but historically, it has faced significant corruption challenges, often ranking lower on the index.

In the broader Sub-Saharan Africa region, the average CPI score remains low at 33, highlighting widespread corruption issues. Notably, South Sudan has declined to the bottom of the index with a score of 8, reflecting severe governance challenges.

The 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index ranks 180 countries on perceived levels of public sector corruption globally, highlighting its dangers and impact on climate action. The index ranks countries from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).

Each country’s score is a combination of at least 3 data sources drawn from 13 different corruption surveys and assessments. These data sources are collected by a variety of reputable institutions, including the World Bank and the World Economic Forum.

Meanwhile, these findings underscore the ongoing need for robust anti-corruption measures within The Gambia and its neighboring countries to improve governance and public trust.