Morocco’s fight against corruption remains static, according to this year’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), which gave the Kingdom only 38 points out of 100 – the same as in 2022 – and a 97 out of 100 ranking globally, as reported by “Transparency International.”
Fifty three percent of Moroccans say that corruption has risen during the past year. In addition, 31% admit paying bribes to get access to governmental services. These numbers demonstrate that corruption remains a part of many Moroccans’ daily lives.
With this ranking, Morocco was ranked eighth in the Arab World, while UAE reserved first place (26th worldwide), followed by Qatar (58th worldwide), and then Saudi Arabia (52nd internationally).
Globally, the rating offers a troubling picture, with more than two-thirds of nations scoring below 50, indicating significant corruption problems. The worldwide average remains at 43, and the great majority of countries have witnessed little growth or even regression during the past decade.
Transparency International, the group behind the CPI, emphasizes the necessity of robust legal systems and independent institutions in combating corruption.
“When justice is purchased or politically tampered with, the people suffer,” said Chair François Valérian.