Mauritius Drops to 61st Place as Corruption Perception Hits an Unprecedented Low

Mauritius has recorded its sharpest decline to date in the Global Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), plummeting five places in a single year. According to the 2025 report released by Transparency International on Tuesday, 10 February, the island nation has fallen to 61st place out of 182 countries, down from 56th position last year.

The country’s integrity score also saw a significant dip, sliding from 51 to 48 points out of 100.

A Long-Term Erosion

Transparency Mauritius has described the findings as an “unprecedented setback,” noting that the results are part of a worrying long-term trend.

The NGO highlighted that since 2012, the nation’s score has eroded from 57 to its current low of 48.

“This reflects a progressive erosion of governance standards, public integrity, and the fight against corruption,” the organisation stated.

Regional and Global Context

While the global average score sits at 42—indicating persistent corruption issues worldwide—Mauritius is now trailing significantly behind its regional neighbour.

The Seychelles continues to lead Africa, securing 24th place globally with a score of 68.

On the international stage, Denmark maintains its position at the top of the league table with 89 points, followed closely by Finland and Singapore.

Calls for Urgent Reform

Transparency Mauritius insists that “corruption is not inevitable” but warns that the current trajectory requires immediate collective mobilisation.

The watchdog is calling for urgent structural reforms, specifically targeting:

• Political financing regulations
• Improved access to information
• Enhanced protection for whistleblowers

The NGO has expressed its readiness to enter into dialogue with authorities to restore public trust and reverse the “preoccupying dynamics” currently facing the country.

Source: Defi Media