every country has aspiring politicians vying for government positions, with citizens electing them in hopes they’ll represent their interests. but this trust is often broken when governments engage in corruption, betraying the very voters who put them in power. while corruption exists in various sectors, it’s especially rampant in the government.
corruption not only worsens a country’s economy but also obstructs justice. to truly grasp its impact, we need to explore some of the world’s most corrupt nations and examine the unique forms corruption takes in each. based on Transparency International’s findings, here are the 10 most corrupt countries globally.